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Francisco Franco, Dictator of Spain (ft. Evita!!) Jan 27, 2023

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Francisco Franco was the dictator who couldn't be killed! By time at least. Dude ran the country from the 40's to the 70's. During his reign he also managed to keep Spain out of WWII, which we guess is okay. But more importantly, Argentina's superstar and inspiration for the hit musical, Evita makes a STRONG guest appearance. Much more important than shitty dictator Frank.

Elizabeth Taylor Jan 20, 2023

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One of Hollywood's most famous and important icons (also VIP Gay icon!) Elizabeth Taylor was a woman of many talents and much power in the industry. Known for both her body of work and many, many husbands, let's dive in to the life of a legend. Plus, Craig tells about the time he MET HER!!! And HRR celebrates it's 1 year Anniversary!

William Randolph Hearst and Marion Davies Jan 13, 2023

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The infamous William Randolph Hearst was one of the world's wealthiest and most legendary publishing magnates (and the inspiration for the film Citizen Kane). He also had a longtime mistress in actress and silent film star Marion Davies who arguably was just as important and influential as he was.

Communism and the Hollywood Blacklist Jan 06, 2023

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The Red Scare had a far reach in the United States, and Mr. Joseph McCarthy had fun dipping his greasy fingers all the way into Hollywood. Hear about some of the infamous "Hollywood Blacklist" writers, who found their careers, politics, and livelihoods threatened by the big bad himself. Also! A fun little story about Judy Holliday, the actress who beat McCarthy at his own game.

Joseph McCarthy and the Red Scare Dec 30, 2022

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Senator Joseph McCarthy is one of history's great legendary villains. Responsible for fueling the Red Scare into a period of persecution of many people, the actual history of how we got to him goes back to World War I. Plus, a reddish fish, learn the history of the Salmon!

Obscenity for Christmas or: "I'm Sick and Tired of Seeing this Godd*m Sh*t" Dec 23, 2022

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it's the holidays! Happy holidays to all and to all a great episode about how the courts defined obscenity as it came to film and pornography. What better way to celebrate the holidays? Plus, a brief history of satanical practices at christmastime including a long lost tradition...dressing in drag for christmas!

Films That Challenged the Code Dec 16, 2022

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We're continuing on our journey through a production code challenged Hollywood. A few films along the way changed the way we look at movies (and collected some Oscars too), directly affecting our rating system and, as we will come to see, going all the way up to the Supreme Court. Plus, a brief history of mulled wine!

The History of the Motion Picture Production Code Dec 09, 2022

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We go back to our favorite place of Hollywood to discuss the always controversial and unbelievably strict and stupid Motion Picture Production Code, often referred to as the "Hays Code." Hear a lot of stupid things they wanted to regulate when it came to the eras of the classics, but also how these restrictions may have forced writers to get better, and more clever, to avoid it.

The Real Life History of Julius Caesar and Macbeth Dec 02, 2022

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Craig walks us further down our Shakespeare path, discussing the real life histories of two of time's (and ol' Bill's) most iconic figures, Julius Caesar and Macbeth.

Will's Birthday Gift from Grandma Olga Nov 25, 2022

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It's Will's birthday! Celebrate with us as we listen to an almost 20 year old tape he found of his grandma, Olga Gotto, discussing the history of the 1950's with his sister Lisa for a high school project. We hope you have and have had a happy Thanksgiving. We're thankful to YOU for listening.

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