 Paul Newman Almost Fails in Hollywood, Orson Welles Hates the Method, Joanne Wins an Oscar, &amp; the Newmans Put Their Marriage First. It's The Long, Hot Summer (1958).

Paul Newman Almost Fails in Hollywood, Orson Welles Hates the Method, Joanne Wins an Oscar, &amp; the Newmans Put Their Marriage First. It's The Long, Hot Summer (1958).

The Long, Hot Summer (1958) & The Newmans

Paul Newman

Paul Newman goes to Yale, Sells Encyclopedias, Races Cars, Gets Better with Age, and Prefers Steak at Home.  Join Shannon for her birthday tribute to Paul Newman.

Paul Newman goes to Yale, Sells Encyclopedias, Races Cars, Gets Better with Age, and Prefers Steak at Home.  Join Shannon for her birthday tribute to Paul Newman.

Paul Newman: Old Hollywood Class and Modern Cool

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

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

Was Vera-Ellen Anorexic in White Christmas (1954)?

Shannon reveals the story behind the answer to yesterday's trivia question and recites one of her favorite Christmas stories: O. Henry's "The Gift of the Magi"

Shannon reveals the story behind the answer to yesterday's trivia question and recites one of her favorite Christmas stories: O. Henry's "The Gift of the Magi"

They Are Wisest: O. Henry’s ”The Gift of the Magi”

John Doe

Shannon reveals the story behind the answer to yesterday's trivia question. The audio version of a video introduction and a film follows: Visit https://vanguardofhollywood.com/watch-meet-john-doe-1941/ to watch Shannon's introduction and stream Meet John Doe (1941) in its entirety

Shannon reveals the story behind the answer to yesterday's trivia question. The audio version of a video introduction and a film follows: Visit <a href="https://vanguardofhollywood.com/watch-meet-john-doe-1941/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://vanguardofhollywood.com/watch-meet-john-doe-1941/</a> to watch Shannon's introduction and stream Meet John Doe (1941) in its entirety

Meet John Doe (1941) with Introduction by Shannon

Shannon reveals the story behind the answer to yesterday's trivia question and introduces the full Lux Radio Theatre adaptation of It's a Wonderful Life.

Shannon reveals the story behind the answer to yesterday's trivia question and introduces the full Lux Radio Theatre adaptation of It's a Wonderful Life.

It’s a Wonderful Life Radio Play and What Happened to Alfalfa

Listen to Vanguard of Hollywood daily this week for Christmas movie trivia, recipes that are delicious and budget-friendly, and some of Shannon's favorite Christmas stories.

Listen to Vanguard of Hollywood daily this week for Christmas movie trivia, recipes that are delicious and budget-friendly, and some of Shannon's favorite Christmas stories.

Week Before Christmas: Introduction and Meal Plan

Bette Davis Feuds with Joan Crawford, Does What No Makeup Artist Dares, and runs to the Hollywood Hills. Celebrating 60 years, it's Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?

Bette Davis Feuds with Joan Crawford, Does What No Makeup Artist Dares, and runs to the Hollywood Hills. Celebrating 60 years, it's Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?

Bette vs. Joan: Whatever Happened to Baby Jane? 60th Anniversary

This episode is the audio from a video introduction and a film.  Visit VanguardOfHollywood.com to watch Shannon's introduction and stream Charade (1963) in its entirety.   https://vanguardofhollywood.com/watch-charade-1963/

This episode is the audio from a video introduction and a film.  Visit <a href="http://VanguardOfHollywood.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VanguardOfHollywood.com</a> to watch Shannon's introduction and stream Charade (1963) in its entirety.   <a href="https://vanguardofhollywood.com/watch-charade-1963/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://vanguardofhollywood.com/watch-charade-1963/</a>

Charade (1963) with Introduction by Shannon

Jimmy Stewart

A Rumor Casts a Shadow on the Legacy of Jimmy Stewart. Was Jimmy Stewart Racist? The Answer is No. Here's Why.

A Rumor Casts a Shadow on the Legacy of Jimmy Stewart. Was Jimmy Stewart Racist? The Answer is No. Here's Why.

Jimmy Stewart Was Not Racist. Here’s Why.

A Feel-Good Classic Hollywood Podcast | This uplifting Classic Hollywood podcast offers inspirational insights into the films of the Golden Age &amp; the stars who made them great.

Lana Turner

Lana Turner is the Definition of Movie Star, Loves Hot Sauce and Fashion, Goes Through Seven Husbands, is Saved by Her Daughter, &amp; Can Make Anyone Laugh. It’s Shannon’s Birthday Tribute to Lana Turner.

Lana Turner is the Definition of Movie Star, Loves Hot Sauce and Fashion, Goes Through Seven Husbands, is Saved by Her Daughter, &amp; Can Make Anyone Laugh. It’s Shannon’s Birthday Tribute to Lana Turner.

Platinum Perfection: A Lana Turner Birthday Tribute

Sidney Poitier Wins Best Actor, Is the Highest Paid Star in Hollywood, Goes Vegetarian, and Continues to Inspire with His Amazing Life Story. Join Shannon as she pays tribute to Sidney Poitier.

Sidney Poitier Wins Best Actor, Is the Highest Paid Star in Hollywood, Goes Vegetarian, and Continues to Inspire with His Amazing Life Story. Join Shannon as she pays tribute to Sidney Poitier.

Elegance and Eloquence: A Sidney Poitier Tribute

In this special episode, Vanguard of Hollywood ventures into video with the inspiring story of Jimmy Stewart and It's a Wonderful Life (1946).

In this special episode, Vanguard of Hollywood ventures into video with the inspiring story of Jimmy Stewart and It's a Wonderful Life (1946).

Inspiration from Jimmy Stewart, Frank Capra, & It’s a Wonderful Life

Otto Preminger

Foster Hirsch

Otto Preminger Goes Independent, Takes Down the Production Code Administration, Fights Censorship, &amp; Doesn't Hold Back His Temper.  Film historian Foster Hirsch joins Shannon for a discussion of his gripping book, Otto Preminger: The Man Who Would Be King.

Otto Preminger Goes Independent, Takes Down the Production Code Administration, Fights Censorship, &amp; Doesn't Hold Back His Temper.  Film historian Foster Hirsch joins Shannon for a discussion of his gripping book, Otto Preminger: The Man Who Would Be King.

Otto Preminger: The Man Who Would Be King - Interview With Foster Hirsch

Doris Day Exudes Confidence, Heckles an Umpire, Wants to Be a Housewife, Talks to Me on the Phone, &amp; Can Literally Do it All. Shannon introduces the latest Star Spotlight, Doris Day.

Doris Day Exudes Confidence, Heckles an Umpire, Wants to Be a Housewife, Talks to Me on the Phone, &amp; Can Literally Do it All. Shannon introduces the latest Star Spotlight, Doris Day.

All Heart: Doris Day & Why She Matters

Greg Schreiner

Greg Schreiner owns one of the largest private collections of Classic Hollywood costumes, including Marilyn Monroe’s screen worn and publicity gowns. In this interview special of Vanguard of Hollywood, Shannon and Greg discuss the priceless costumes in Greg’s collection that made Marilyn Monroe and the stars of Classic Hollywood great.

Greg Schreiner owns one of the largest private collections of Classic Hollywood costumes, including Marilyn Monroe’s screen worn and publicity gowns. In this interview special of Vanguard of Hollywood, Shannon and Greg discuss the priceless costumes in Greg’s collection that made Marilyn Monroe and the stars of Classic Hollywood great.

Inside Marilyn Monroe's Closet: The Classic Hollywood Collection of Greg Schreiner

Dean Martin

Dean Martin is a Man of Simple Snacks, Has Frank Sinatra's Back, Shows His Gratitude, and is Home for Dinner Every Night. This is Shannon's Minisode Special on Dean Martin.

Dean Martin is a Man of Simple Snacks, Has Frank Sinatra's Back, Shows His Gratitude, and is Home for Dinner Every Night. This is Shannon's Minisode Special on Dean Martin.

Dean Martin: A Few Things You Didn't Know | Special Minisode

In this special episode, Shannon interviews Terry Chester Shulman, author of Film’s First Family: The Untold Story of the Costellos. The groundbreaking film innovations of Maurice Costello and the fascinating lives of his daughters, Dolores and Helene, are discussed.

In this special episode, Shannon interviews Terry Chester Shulman, author of Film’s First Family: The Untold Story of the Costellos. The groundbreaking film innovations of Maurice Costello and the fascinating lives of his daughters, Dolores and Helene, are discussed.

The Costellos: Film's First Family with Terry Chester Shulman

Katharine Hepburn MacGyvers a Sports Car, Ranks Higher than the Pope, Takes Care of Spencer Tracy, and Sidney Poitier is the Classiest Man Alive.  Shannon wraps up her Star Spotlight on Katharine Hepburn with 1967's Guess Who's Coming to Dinner.

Katharine Hepburn MacGyvers a Sports Car, Ranks Higher than the Pope, Takes Care of Spencer Tracy, and Sidney Poitier is the Classiest Man Alive.  Shannon wraps up her Star Spotlight on Katharine Hepburn with 1967's Guess Who's Coming to Dinner.

Guess Who's Coming to Dinner (1967): A Revolutionary Ride with Tracy, Hepburn, and Sidney Poitier

Jane Russell

Jack Lemmon

Jack Lemmon's Got Two Words for You, Marilyn Monroe and Betty Grable are BFF's, and Jane Russell Puts Out One Hundred Fleeces.  It's the 50th Episode Special of Vanguard of Hollywood.

Jack Lemmon's Got Two Words for You, Marilyn Monroe and Betty Grable are BFF's, and Jane Russell Puts Out One Hundred Fleeces.  It's the 50th Episode Special of Vanguard of Hollywood.

A Little Bit of Jack Lemmon, Marilyn Monroe, and Jane Russell | Special Minisode

I listened to the Vanguard of Hollywood podcast “Some Like it Hot.” The knowledge of the writer Shannon is evident and her love of old Hollywood palpable. It made me immediately go find this movie and watch it that night. My hubby and I loved it and never would have found it otherwise.

Knowledgeable Old Hollywood Writer

It’s obvious that the insights and behind the scenes details have been extensively researched, and they infuse even more life into these classic films.  I particularly appreciate the personal perspective that Shannon includes in her background information on the stars.
To learn that the timing of Some Like It Hot coincided so closely with Marilyn Monroe’s miscarriage and her sad response to it brought me a sensitivity to her situation that I hadn’t had before. I see the film, and Marilyn, with new eyes.
To learn that the sensual Jane Russell was religious and sang spirituals on a pop label yet cursed like a sailor; or to hear interesting facts about Doris Day from someone who has actually spoken with her on the phone (Yes, Shannon spoke with Doris!).
Shannon shares her contagious passion for these iconic personalities and films in a delightfully knowledgeable way.  So glad I found this treasure of a podcast.  I’m hooked!

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