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- 13. The Mighty Theatre Organ with Ken Double
Aaron is joined by Ken Double, President of the Atlanta Theatre Organ Society and organist at The Fox Theatre. We discuss the history of the theatre organ, how it works, and why these precious instruments are some of the most incredible feats of musical engineering of all time.
Atlanta Theatre Organ Society: https://www.atosatlanta.org/
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Producer: Greg Kleinschmidt
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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit behindtheslatepod.substack.com1 hr 7 min - 12. Searching for Oona with Jane Scovell
Aaron is joined by NY Times and LA Times bestselling author Jane Scovell (Small Town Big Dreams, Ginger My Story, Elizabeth Takes Off) to discuss her 1998 biography of Oona O'Neill Chaplin. Janes shares details of her 8 year research process, and what she thinks motivated the mysterious and captivating Oona O'Neil, a fascinating historical figure who is too often defined by the men in her life.
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Producer: Greg Kleinschmidt
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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit behindtheslatepod.substack.com25 min - 11. Adieu Charlot with Greg Kleinschmidt
Aaron is once again joined by Greg Kleinschmidt of the Arroyo Film Club and the 'Scene and Heard' Podcast. Together, they reflect on the Chaplin series and debate what Hollywood can still learn from the silent era, if this truly is the worst era for studio filmmaking, 'amusement park' films vs. cinema and who is better...Charlie Chaplin or Buster Keaton. Bring an umbrella. It's raining takes.
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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit behindtheslatepod.substack.com1 hr 19 min - 10. Pitch Playoff with Greg Kleinschmidt
Marvel Studios has contacted the Arroyo Film Club with a special assignment: find the greatest directors in history and put them into a pitch competition in order to direct the next great superhero franchise: The Phone Ranger. Aaron and Greg reach deep into the archives and go head to head in a pitching playoffs that will change the future of cinema. Get your popcorn ready!
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Producer: Greg Kleinschmidt
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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit behindtheslatepod.substack.com1 hr 19 min - 9. Charlie Chaplin Part 5 - The Wise Pity
The final episode in our Chaplin series! Facing repeated scandals, box office failures and anti-communist witch hunts, Charlie Chaplin is kicked out of the country he once loved, and goes from being the most beloved man on earth, to one of it's most controversial inhabitants. Yet in the midst of this turmoil, Chaplin finds joy in marriage and family, and continues to fight against those who doubt him. In the end, he leaves behind one of the most staggering and controversial legacies of any 20th century artist.
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Producer: Greg Kleinschmidt
Photography: Lola Scott
Sources:
‘Chaplin His Life and Art’ by David Robinson
'Chaplin: A Life’ by Stephen Weissman
‘Charlie Chaplin and His Times’ by Kenneth S Lynn
‘Tramp: The Life of Charlie Chaplin’ by Joyce Milton,
‘Charlie Chaplin: A Brief Life’ by Peter Ackroyd
‘Chaplin. Genius of Cinema’ by Jeffrey Vance
‘Wife of the Life of the Party’ by Lita Grey and Jeffrey Vance
‘My Autobiography’ by Charlie Chaplin
‘Charlie Chaplin’s Own Story’ by Charlie Chaplin and Rose Wilder Lane
'Oona Living in the Shadows' by Jane Scovell
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Aaron is joined by, Shub Agrawal, to discus her first ever viewing of 'City Lights'. Shub talks about the differences between this film and 'Bridgerton', how Chaplin helped her look for the beautiful moments life, and we discuss strategies to convince your friends/families to watch silent films. If you've been inspired to watch a Chaplin film after listening to our series, come unpack the experience with us!
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Producer: Greg Kleinschmidt
Cover art: Lola Scott
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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit behindtheslatepod.substack.com49 min - 7. Silent Learning with Steven J. Venturino
Aaron speaks with author and scholar from Chicago's Newberry Library, Steven J. Venturino. We discuss teaching Chaplin in the classroom, the power of silent film, and discuss in depth Chaplin's process and motivations behind City Lights and The Great Dictator.
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Producer: Greg Kleinschmidt
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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit behindtheslatepod.substack.com1 hr 3 min - 6. Charlie Chaplin Part 4 - The Irrelevant Master
With the advent of sound in movies, Chaplin seemed to be fading into irrelevance. Instead, he comes back with his three greatest masterpieces, 'City Lights', 'Modern Times' and 'The Great Dictator'. Host Aaron Strand gives a full account of Chaplin's life including his marriage to Paulette Goddard, his bromance with Winston Churchill and his war against Adolf Hitler.
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Producer: Greg Kleinschmidt
Photography: Lola Scott
Sources:
‘Chaplin His Life and Art’ by David Robinson
'Chaplin: A Life’ by Stephen Weissman
‘Charlie Chaplin and His Times’ by Kenneth S Lynn
‘Tramp: The Life of Charlie Chaplin’ by Joyce Milton,
‘Charlie Chaplin: A Brief Life’ by Peter Ackroyd
‘Chaplin. Genius of Cinema’ by Jeffrey Vance
‘Wife of the Life of the Party’ by Lita Grey and Jeffrey Vance
‘My Autobiography’ by Charlie Chaplin
‘Charlie Chaplin’s Own Story’ by Charlie Chaplin and Rose Wilder Lane
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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit behindtheslatepod.substack.com2 hr 30 min - 5. The Hopeful Art with Tara Ochs
Aaron speaks with actor, writer, comedian and teacher Tara Ochs on the nature and theory of comedy. We discuss why farts are funny, how the belief that comedians need to be sad is a complete myth, the intricacies and problems of cancel culture in both modern and historical contexts, and the history of female comedians. Tara gives her insights on why Chaplin's work holds up 100 years later and shares her belief that comedy is a 'hopeful' art that promises increased inclusion, playfulness and joy for future generations.
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Aaron Strand on Instagram: @strandedonstage
Tara Ochs on Instagram: @taraochs1
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Producer: Greg Kleinschmidt
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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit behindtheslatepod.substack.com1 hr 13 min - 4. Charlie Chaplin Part 3 - One True Love
Chaplin pushes the limits of art, business, politics and love leaving a trail of great art and broken lives in his wake.
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Producer: Greg Kleinschmidt
Photography: Lola Scott
Sources:
‘Chaplin His Life and Art’ by David Robinson
'Chaplin: A Life’ by Stephen Weissman
‘Charlie Chaplin and His Times’ by Kenneth S Lynn
‘Tramp: The Life of Charlie Chaplin’ by Joyce Milton,
‘Charlie Chaplin: A Brief Life’ by Peter Ackroyd
‘Chaplin. Genius of Cinema’ by Jeffrey Vance
‘Wife of the Life of the Party’ by Lita Grey and Jeffrey Vance
‘My Autobiography’ by Charlie Chaplin
‘Charlie Chaplin’s Own Story’ by Charlie Chaplin and Rose Wilder Lane
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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit behindtheslatepod.substack.com2 hr 56 min
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Join host, Aaron Strand, for a historical deep dive into the life and work of cinema's greatest directors.
Our mission is to lower the barrier of entry to classic cinema through live screening events, multi-part history series, and interviews.
We skip across time, genre, and nationality to explore the greatest and wildest stories from the history of film, and use the lives of these extraordinary artists to examine the broader historical context that shaped their art. Think 'Hardcore History' meets 'You Must Remember This'. Whether you're a hardcore cinephile, a history nerd, or just someone who likes a good story, you'll love these gripping tales about the art and artists that have shaped and defined our modern world!
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