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Cynthia Pepper and Elvis Presley

Elvis’ Leading Lady: An Interview with Cynthia Pepper

As one of Elvis Presley’s favorite leading ladies, Cynthia Pepper has earned a place in film history. Listen to Episode 88 for Cynthia’s insights on Hollywood’s most incredible years.

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Cynthia Pepper and Elvis Presley

Elvis’ Leading Lady: An Interview with Cynthia Pepper

As one of Elvis Presley’s favorite leading ladies, Cynthia Pepper has earned a place in film history. Listen to Episode 88 for Cynthia’s insights on Hollywood’s most incredible years.

Ann-Margret Bye Bye Birdie

Sweet and Sassy: An Interview with Ann-Margret

Ann-Margret is a living legend. Join Shannon and Ann-Margret as they discuss her wonderful career and costars, continued support of our troops, and her deep faith and gratitude.

Tim Matheson 2023

Seven Decades in Hollywood: An Interview with Tim Matheson

From Animal House to Virgin River, Tim Matheson has done it all. Listen to Episode 86 of Vanguard of Hollywood for all about Tim’s Classic Hollywood roots.

Reggio McLaughlin and Shannon Allen

America’s Tap Treasure: An Interview with Reggio “The Hoofer” McLaughlin

Reggio โ€œThe Hooferโ€ McLaughlin is a master tap dancer, teacher, and historian. Listen to Episode 85 for all about Reggio’s inspiring tap career.

Edward G. Robinson

Edward G. Robinson: The Screen’s Cultured Gangster

Edward G. Robinson Epitomizes the American Dream, Loves Cigars, Overcomes the Blacklist, and is Nothing Like His Gangster Screen Image.

White Christmas Vera Ellen Anorexic

Was Vera-Ellen Anorexic in White Christmas?

Was Vera-Ellen anorexic in White Christmas (1954)? Here’s what we know about Vera-Ellen’s complicated relationship with food and body image.

Joy Harmon Cool Hand Luke

Cool Hand Luke’s Natural Born World-Shaker: An Interview with Joy Harmon

You recognize Joy Harmon best as the beautiful blonde from the iconic car wash scene in Cool Hand Luke, but this 1960s “It” girl found her greatest happiness away from the camera. Listen to Episode 84 for Joy’s inspirational story.

Cissy Wellman

Hollywood Royalty: An Interview with Cissy Wellman

The daughter of director William Wellman, Cissy Wellman is Hollywood Royalty. Listen as Cissy shares behind the scenes stories from her career, invaluable insights on the Classic Hollywood legends she knew, and what makes the Golden Age exceptional.

Beverly Washburn

Old Yeller to Spider Baby: An Interview with Beverly Washburn

You probably know Beverly Washburn best from Old Yeller (1957) or from the 1967 horror cult classic, Spider Baby. Listen to Episode 82 for all about Beverlyโ€™s remarkable career, and to be inspired by her boundless gratitude.

Rusty Frank and Shannon Allen

Let’s Dance: An Interview with Rusty Frank

Rusty Frank is the author of TAP! The Greatest Tap Dance Stars and Their Stories. Listen to Episode 81 of Vanguard of Hollywood for all about Rustyโ€™s book, dance career, and the tap legends she got to know.

Esther Williams

Esther Williams Could Act: The Unguarded Moment (1956)

Esther Williams Proves She Can Act, Finds Fulfillment Post-Stardom, & Becomes Godmother to an Olympic Sport. It’s The Unguarded Moment (1956).

Donna Loren and Shannon Allen

Beyond The Dr. Pepper Girl: An Interview with Donna Loren

The “It” girl of the 1960s, Donna Loren was the Dr. Pepper Girl, a Beach Party film regular, Shindig cast member, and one of the era’s most talented singers.

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