Going Hollywood - Movies and Television from the Golden Age to Today
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 way.
Episodes
107 episodes
SURRENDERING DOROTHY: Munchkins, Mysteries & Myths of “The Wizard of Oz” (1939)
Don your ruby slippers as we pay tribute to "The Wizard of Oz." Join Brad and Tony for an exploration that celebrates the quirks, confronts the myths, and cherishes the enduring charm of the iconic film.
Navigating "Fellow Travelers": A Conversation with Ron Nyswaner, the Creator of the Showtime Series (2023)
Showtime's "Fellow Travelers," visionary Ron Nyswaner joins us for a revealing conversation about the series' theme of a clandestine love story which unfolds amidst the tumult of historical events, such as the Red Scare led by Joseph McCarthy, ...
RED-headed Woman: The real story of Lucille Ball and the Hollywood Red Scare
"The only thing red about Lucy is her hair, and even that is not legitimate” – Desi ArnazSpecial guest Tom Watson, a friend, fan, and former employee of Lucille Ball and an expert on her life and career, dives into the tumultuous period...
Howard Bannister’s Rocks: Celebrating “What's Up, Doc?" and "Bringing Up Baby (1938/1972)
A conversation about the timeless wit of screwball comedies as Brad and Tony pay tribute to the classics "What's Up, Doc?" and "Bringing Up Baby." Join the laughter-filled journey, where they unwrap the clever storytelling that emerged under th...
One More Look: Analyzing the legacy of “A Star Is Born”
Join us for one more look at the timeless tale of “A Star is Born” as we trace its origins from the unofficial first version in 1932, "What Price Hollywood?", to Lady Gaga's dazzling turn in 2018. Tony and Brad dissect the enduring narrative of...
When Hepburn Met Capote: The Enduring Appeal of “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” (1961)
Is Carrie Bradshaw the spiritual granddaughter of Holly Golightly? How do you take a plotless novella about a call girl and her gay best friend and make it into a mythic romance? Find out when you join us for a conversation about th...
