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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.
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.
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 Beverly’s remarkable career, and to be inspired by her boundless gratitude.
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 Rusty’s book, dance career, and the tap legends she got to know.
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.
Radiant Beauty: An Interview with Marta Kristen
The beauty of Marta Kristen literally radiates from within. Listen to our interview to be inspired by Marta’s life, career, & beautiful soul.
The Remarkable Gene Kelly: An Interview with Patricia Ward Kelly
Gene Kelly is the Renaissance man of Hollywood’s Golden Age. Listen to my interview with Gene’s wife, Patricia Ward Kelly, for all about his remarkable legacy.
A Force of Nature: An Interview with Paul Petersen
Paul Petersen was one of the most successful child actors of the 1950s-1960s. But Paul is most proud of his inspiring work to help working kids through A Minor Consideration.
Marilyn Monroe’s Little Brother: An Interview with Scott Morrow
Scott Morrow was one of the Golden Age’s most featured child actors. Listen to my interview with Scott for all about his remarkable career.
A Lucky Interview with Mimi Gibson
Mimi Gibson was one of the most popular child actresses of the 1950s-1960s. From 101 Dalmatians to Houseboat, listen as Mimi shares all about her amazing career.
The Importance of Thank You Notes: A Lesson From Jackie Robinson
Jackie Robinson’s letter to Branch Rickey demonstrates the importance of expressing gratitude. Here’s what we can learn from Robinson’s thank you note.
Paul Newman Was Not Mean to Patricia Neal. Here’s Why It Matters
Was Paul Newman Mean to Patricia Neal? Shannon’s research reveals the truth and why a rumor has been accepted as fact for decades.
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