
Hollywood's golden era produced some of the greatest films ever made. Ticklish Business is the podcast where film critic Kristen Lopez digs into it with enthusiasm. Classic stars, forgotten gems, and the chaotic genius of Old Hollywood, examined with sharp humor and excellent guests.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 264 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film ReviewsTV & FilmFilm History | |||

Our tribute to beleaguered director Elaine May closes with a look at the movie that ruined her career, 1987's Ishtar. Is it the worst film ever made?
May biographer Elizabeth Alsop joins Kristen to break down the infamous flop and what went wrong. T... more
We have a great bonus episode! Friend of the podcast Ann Foster joins us to talk about her new book Rebel of the Regency (a must-read for history buffs). But we aren't just talking about Ann's fabulous book. We're also talking about the 1940 take on ... more
The sun's out and we're kicking off our Elaine in May series! The entire month is devoted to the female filmmaker and we're kicking things off with a look at her 1971 debut feature A New Leaf with May biographer Carrie Courogen.
Courogen discusses M... more
The TCM Classic Film Festival is upon us and we're honoring both a movie playing at the festival and one celebrating its 80th (!) anniversary: 1946's The Best Years of Our Lives. Giving insight alongside Kristen is author Alison Macor, author of Maki... more
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Always a joy to listen to. Thoughtful critiques, excellent guests, great movie choices.
Really love this podcast- informative, interesting, and fun. A must for classic movie lovers
It's good to listen to a podcast that is fully dedicated to preserving and bringing awareness to the Golden Age of Hollywood and how the younger audience can be reintroduced to these films.
I’ve rediscovered my love of classic cinema through this podcast. I enjoy the conversations between the hosts and the guests.
I personally love the comedic movies from the 1930s so hope to hear more episodes on that.
Thank you!
If you love in-depth discussions about classic movies, this is the place for you.
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A sharp, knowledge-rich discussion program that celebrates Old Hollywood through in-depth film history, analysis, and guest expertise. Episodes mix reverent appreciation with critical takes on classic titles, star personas, production contexts, and cultural impact, often pairing the hosts with guests who are historians, critics, and filmmakers. Noteworthy traits include rigorous, nuanced conversations, a willingness to challenge popular perceptions, and a healthy dose of behind-the-scenes anecdotes that illuminate how beloved films were made and how they aged over time. The show is particularly compelling for listeners who want thoughtful context, varied guest perspectives, and accessible entry points into classic cinema without losing inte... more
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Recent guests on Ticklish Business include:
1. Carrie Corrigan
2. Alison Macor
3. Sean Hepburn Ferrer
4. Bill Malone
5. Bruce David Klein
6. Kim Luperi
7. Danny Reid
8. Kate Hagen
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