EPISODE 106 -  “FROM THE BAD SEED TO THE WONDER YEARS: PATTY MCCORMACK AND DAN LAURIA IN CONVERSATION” - 9/22/25

This week, we are thrilled to welcome two celebrated actors —  PATTY McCORMACK, who made an indelible mark on cinema as the unforgettable child star of “The Bad Seed,” and Dan Lauria, beloved for his role as the father on “The Wonder Years” and his extensive work on stage and screen. Patty and Dan share personal stories from their careers, reflect on the craft of acting, and talk about what continues to inspire their love of performance. It’s a lively, heartfelt conversation that blends Hollywood history with the enduring passion of two artists who’ve spent their lives in the spotlight.  Patty and Dan are currently starring in Dan’s play “Just Another Day,” a beautiful look at aging, love, memories and the power of a good classic movie.  

SHOW NOTES: 

To purchase tickets to JUST ANOTHER DAY starring Patty McCormack and Dan Lauria, visit https://odysseytheatre.com/whats-on/just-another-day/ through September 28, 2025.

Sources:

Wikipedia.com;

TCM.com;

IBDB.com;

IMDBPro.com

Movies Mentioned:

The Bad Seed (1956), starring Nancy Kelly, Patty McCormack, and William Hopper;

Frost/Nixon (2008), starring Frank Langella, Michael Sheen, & Kevin Bacon;

The Master (2012), staring Philip Seymour Hoffman & Joaquin Phoenix;

Reagan (2924), starring Dennis Quaid, Penelope Ann Miller, & Jon Voight;

All Mine To Give (1957) starring Glynis Johns & Cameron Mitchell;

Kathy O (1958), starring Dan Duryea, Patty McCormack, Jan Sterling, & Sam Levene:

Jacktown (1962), starring Patty McCormack & Richard Meade;

Mary Jane (1968), starring Fabian & Diane McBain;

The Young Runaways (1968), starring Kevin Coughlin & Patty McCormack;

Don Quixote (1972), starring Akim Tamiroff;

9 1/2 Weeks (1986); starring Mickey Rourke & Kim Basinger;

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EPISODE 105 -  “LOUELLA AND HEDDA: THE GOLDEN AGE’S GOSSIP GIRLS” - 9/15/25

This week, we explore the legendary rivalry between Hollywood gossip columnists LOUELLA PARSONS and HEDDA HOPPER. Parsons, backed by media tycoon WILLIAM RANDOLPH HEARST, became a powerful figure in the 1920s with close ties to the studios. Hopper, a former actress, entered the scene later with a more aggressive style and strong political views. The two wielded enormous influence, able to make or break careers with a single column. The episode covers their personal feud, their role in the Hollywood blacklist, and their lasting impact on celebrity journalism. It’s a revealing look at how gossip shaped the Golden Age of Hollywood.

SHOW NOTES: 

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Sources:

Hedda Hopper’s Hollywood Celebrity Gossip and American Conservatism (2011), by Jennifer Frost;

The First Lady of Hollywood (2005), by Samantha Barbas;

Vanity Will Get You Somewhere: An Autobiography (1987), by Joseph Cotten;

Hedda and Louella: A Dual Biography of Hedda Hopper and Louella Parsons (1971), by George Eells;

Tell It To Louella (1961), by Louella Parsons;

The Gay Illiterate (1944), by Louella Parsons;

“Hedda Hopper: The rise of Hollywood’s First Gossip Queen,”July 13, 2025, Documentary, Biography; 

“The Career that Fear Built: Hedda Hopper Ruled the Gossip Business,” August 6, 2018,  The Saturday Evening Post;

“For Gossip Columnist Hedda Hopper, Flamboyance Was Her Brand,” November 10, 2015, by Ruth La Ferla, New York Times;

“The Powerful Rivalry Between Hedda Hopper and Louella Parsons,” April 1997, by Amy Fine Collins, Vanity Fair;

“Louella Parsons, Gossip Columnist, Dies,” December 10, 1972, New York Times;

“Hedda Hopper, Columnist, Dies; Chronicled Gossip of Hollywood,” February 2, 1966,  New York Times;

Wikipedia.com;

TCM.com;

IBDB.com;

IMDBPro.com;

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EPISODE 104 -  “MEMORABLE MINUTES: JOHN DILEO ON ACTORS WHO MADE THE MOST OF LESS” - 9/08/25

Back by popular demand! This week we welcome author and friend of the podcast JOHN DILEO who will talk about his 2022 book THERE ARE NO SMALL PARTS: 100 OUTSTANDING FILM PERFORMANCES WITH SCREEN TIME OF 10 MINUTES OR LESS, a fun, insightful look at the incredible actors who made the most with the limited screen time they were given. From GLADYS GEORGE in “The Hard Way” (1943) to RUBY DEE in “American Gangster” (2007), we cover the gamut! 

SHOW NOTES: 

Sources:

There Are No Small Parts: 100 Outstanding Film Performances With Screen Time of 10 Minutes or Less (2022), by John DiLeo;

Wikipedia.com;

TCM.com;

IBDB.com;

IMDBPro.com;

Movies Mentioned:

Sharp Shooters (1938), starring Brian Donlevy & Lynn Bari;

The Ox-Bow Incident (1943), starring Henry Fonda, Dana Andrews, Harry Morgan, & Mary Beth Hughes;

Mr. Deeds Goes to Town (1936), staring Jean Arthur & Gary Cooper;

Blossoms In the Dust (1941), starring Greer Garson & Walter Pidgeon;

My Favorite Wife (1940), starring Cary Grant, Irene Dunne, Gail Patrick, & Randolph Scott;

The Hard Way (1943), starring Ida Lupino, Joan Leslie, Dennis Morgan, & Jack Carson;

Now, Voyager (1942), starring Bette Davis, Paul Henreid, Claude Rains, & Gladys Cooper;

Body & Soul (1947), starring John Garfield, Lilli Palmer, & Anne Revere;

It’s A Wonderful Life (1946), starring James Stewart & Donna Reed;

Strangers on a Train (1951), starring Robert Walker, Farley Granger, & Ruth Roman;

The Bishop’s Wife (1947) starring Cary Grant, Loretta Young, & David Niven;

The Last Picture Show (1971), starring Timothy Bottoms, Jeff Bridges, Cybill Shepherd, Ellen Burstyn, Ben Johnson & Cloris Leachman;

American Gangster (2007), staring Denzel Washington, Lymari Nadal, & Russell Crowe;

Network (1976), starring William Holden, Faye Dunaway, & Peter Finch;

Stagecoach (1939), starling John Wayne & Claire Trevor;

Gone With The Wind (1939), starring Vivien Leigh & Clark Gable;

The Wizard of Oz (1939), starring Judy Garland, Ray Bolger, Jack haley, & Bert Lahr;

The Letter (1940), starring Bette Davis & Herbert Marshall;

Mrs. Miniver (1942), starring Greer Garson & Walter Pidgeon;

State Fair (1945), starring Jeanne Crain & Dana Andrews;

The Birds (1963), starring Tippi Hedren & Rod Taylor;

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EPISODE 103 - “ELEANOR PARKER: CLASSIC CINEMA STAR OF THE MONTH” - 9/01/25

This week, we celebrate our Star of the Month: the extraordinary ELEANOR PARKER. Known as “the woman of a thousand faces,” Parker built a remarkable career defined by range, subtlety, and strength. From her Oscar-nominated turn as a wrongly imprisoned woman in Caged, to her quietly powerful presence as the Baroness in The Sound of Music, she consistently defied typecasting and brought nuance to every role. But behind the glamour was a private, fiercely independent woman whose legacy has too often been overlooked in Hollywood history. Join us as we dive deep into the life, career, and enduring mystique of Eleanor Parker—a star who truly deserves to be remembered.

SHOW NOTES:

Sources:

Eleanor Parker: Woman of a Thousand Faces (1989), by Doug McClelland;

“Eleanor Parker: Above and Beyond,” Vol 13., #2, by Jim Meyer, Hollywood Studio Magazine;

“Eleanor Parker: Miscasting Has Sabotaged Her Beauty and Ability,” March 1962, by Doug McClelland, Film In Review;

“Hollywood’s Mystery,” June 1954, Screenland;

“She Loves To Act,” November 11, 1951, by Hedda Hopper, Chicago Sunday Tribune;

Wikipedia.com;

TCM.com;

IBDB.com;

IMDBPro.com;


Movies Mentioned:

The Sound of Music (1965);

Caged (1950);

They Died with Their Boots On (1942);

Soldiers in White (1942);

The Big Shot (1942);

Men of the Sky (1942);

Vaudeville Days (1942);

Busses Roar (1942);

We’re With the Army Now (1943);

Mission to Moscow (1943);

Destination Tokyo (1944);

Between Two Worlds (1944);

The Very Thought of You (1944);

Hollywood Canteen (1944);

Pride of the Marines (1945);

Of Human Bondage (1946);

Never Say Goodbye (1946);

Escape Me Never (1947);

Voice of the Turtle (1947);

The Woman in White (1948);

It’s a Great Feeling (1949);

Chain Lightning (1950);

Three Secrets (1950);

Valentino (1951);

A Millionaire for Christy (1951);

Detective Story (1951);

Above and Beyond (1953);

Escape from Fort Bravo (1953);

The Naked Jungle (1954);

Valley of the Kings (1954);

Many Rivers to Cross (1955);

Interrupted Melody (1955);

The Man with the Golden Arm (1955);

The King and Four Queens (1956);

Lizzie (1957);

The Seventh Sin (1957);

A Hole in the Head (1959);

Home from the Hill (1960);

Return to Peyton Place (1961);

Madison Avenue (1962);

The Oscar (1966);

An American Dream (1966);

Warning Shot (1967);

The Tiger and the Pussycat (1967);

Eye of the Cat (1969);

Sunburn (1979);

Maybe I’ll Come Home in the Spring (1971);

Home for the Holidays (1972);

The Great American Beauty Contest (1973);

Dead on the Money (1991);

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EPISODE 102 -  “TALKIES, GANGSTERS, & BUGS BUNNY: THE WARNER BROTHERS JOURNEY” - 8/25/25

In this week’s episode, we’re turning the spotlight on the incredible journey of the Warner brothers—Harry, Albert, Sam, and Jack—four ambitious siblings who rose from modest immigrant roots to create one of the most influential movie studios in the world: Warner Bros. Studios. Their story begins in the early 20th century, with a hand-cranked projector and a traveling film show, and evolves into a groundbreaking entertainment empire that would forever change the film industry. From their early struggles during the silent film era to their game-changing release of The Jazz Singer, in 1927, the first feature-length "talkie," the Warner brothers didn’t just adapt to change—they drove it. Join us as we trace the rise of Warner Bros., a studio born from risk, vision, and a relentless belief in the power of storytelling.  

SHOW NOTES: 

Sources:

Warner Brothers: Hollywood’s Ultimate Backlot (2014), by Steven Bingen;

Early Warner Brothers Studios (2010), by E.J. Stephens & Marc Wanamaker;

You Must Remember This:  The Warner Bros. Story (2008), by Richard Schickel & George Perry;

Hollywood Be Thy Name: The Warners Bros. Story (1994), by Cass Warner;

The Warner Brothers’ Story (1979), by Clive Hirschhorn;

Wikipedia.com;

TCM.com;

IBDB.com;

IMDBPro.com;

Movies Mentioned:

The Great Train Robbery (1903);

Dante’s Inferno (1911);

Peril on the Plains (1912); 

Raiders on the Mexican Border (1912);

My Four Years in Germany (1918);

Don Juan (1926); 

The Jazz Singer (1927);

Little Caesar (1931); 

The Public Enemy (1931);

Scarface (1932);

Baby Face (1933);

Female (1933); 

Marked Woman (1938);

Jezebel (1938); 

Angels with Dirty Faces (1938);

Captain Blood (1935); 

The Sea Hawk (1935); 

Charge of the Light Brigade (1936);

The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938);

The Life of Emile Zola (1937);

Confessions of a Nazi Spy (1939);

The Maltese Falcon (1941); 

Now Voyager (1942); 

The Big Sleep (1946);

High Sierra (1941); 

The Big Sleep (1946);

White Heat (1949);

You’re In The Army Now (1941); 

Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942);

This Is The Army (1943);

Casablanca (1943);

Mission To Moscow (1943);

A Streetcar Named Desire (1951);

East of Eden (1955); 

Rebel Without a Cause (1955);

Giant (1956);

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EPISODE 101 -  “UNCOVERING URSULA PARROTT: DR. MARSHA GORDON ON THE LOST LITERARY STAR” - 8/18/25

This week, we are thrilled to welcome film professor and author DR. MARSHA GORDON to discuss the life, career, and lost legacy of early feminist writer URSULA PARROTT. Parrott was a colorful character — a prolific and best-selling author, Hollywood screenwriter, and consistent headline-grabber during her avant-garde, unconventional life. Dr. Gordon, an expert on Parrott, discusses Parrott’s books, Hollywood deals, marriages and divorces, and run-ins with the law that made this writer such a fascinating subject. 

To learn more about the work of Dr. Marsha Gordon, check out her website at https://www.marshagordon.org/

SHOW NOTES: 

Sources:

Becoming The Ex-Wife (2023), by Marsha Gordon;

Wikipedia.com;

TCM.com;

IBDB.com;

IMDBPro.com;

Movies Mentioned:

The Divorcee (1930), starring Norma Shearer, Chester Morris, & Conrad Nagel;

Gentleman’s Fate (1931), starring John Gilbert, Louis Wolheim, Lelia Huams, & Anita Page;

Strangers May Kiss (1931), starring Norma Shearer, Robert Montgomery, & Ray Milland;

Leftover Ladies (1931), starring Claudia Dell & Marjorie Rambeau;

Love Affair (1932), starring Humphrey Bogart & Dorothy Mackail;

The Woman Accused (1933), starring Cary Grant & Nancy Carroll;

There’s Always Tomorrow (1934), starring Binnie Barnes, Robert Taylor, Alan Hale, & Frank Morgan;

Next Time We Love (1936), starring Margaret Sullavan & James Stewart;

Brilliant Marriage (1936), starring Joan Marsh, Ray Walker, & Hugh Marlowe;

There’s Always Tomorrow (1956), starring Barbara Stanwyck, Fred MacMurray, & Joan Bennett;

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EPISODE 100 -  “LIGHTS! CAMERA! KARGER! TCM’s DAVE KARGER HELPS US CELEBRATE 100 EPISODES” - 8/11/25

We're thrilled to celebrate the 100th episode of FROM BENEATH THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN with a very special guest: DAVE KARGER, beloved host of Turner Classic Movies and one of the most respected voices in entertainment journalism. In this milestone episode, Dave joins us to discuss his fascinating new book, 50 Oscar Nights: Iconic Stars & Filmmakers On Their Career-Defining Wins, a dazzling journey through Academy Awards history told through unforgettable moments, behind-the-scenes stories, and personal reflections. Whether you're a film buff, an Oscars obsessive, or just love a great Hollywood tale, this conversation is the perfect way to help us celebrate our 100th episode.

SHOW NOTES: 

Sources:

50 Oscar Nights: Iconic Stars & Filmmakers On Their Career-Defining Wins (2024), by Dave Karger;

Wikipedia.com;

TCM.com;

IBDB.com;

IMDBPro.com;

Movies Mentioned:

The Breakfast Club (1985), starring Molly Ringwald, Emilio Estevez, Judd Nelson, Ally Sheed, and Anthony Micheal Hall;

Sixteen Candles (1984); starring Molly Ringwald & Anthony Michael Hall;

Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986), starring Matthew Broderick &  Alan Ruck;

Children of a Lesser God (1986), starring William Hurt & Marlee Matlin;

Breathless (1983), starring Richard Gere & Valerie Kaprisky;

Tootsie (1982), starring Dustin Hoffman & Jessica Lange;

Laura (1944), starring Dana Andrews & Gene Tierney;

Seven Chances (1925) starring Buster Keaton;

Citizen Kane (1941), starring Orson Welles & Joseph Cotton;

On The Waterfront (1954), starring Marlon Brando,Eva Marie Saint, & Karl Malden;

Rainman (1988), starring Dustin Hoffman & Tom Cruise;

Stella Dallas (1937), starring Barbara Stanwyck & Anne Shirley;

Reveille with Beverly (1943), starring Ann Miller;

Penny Serenade (1941), starring Cary grant & Irene Dunne;

Boys Don’t Cry (1999), starring Hilary Swank & Chloë Sivegny;

Norma Rae (1979), starring Sally Field & Beau Bridges;

Sophie’s Choice (1982), starring Meryl Streep, Kevin Kline, & Peter MacNicol;

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EPISODE 99 -  “GRANT WITHERS: CLASSIC CINEMA STAR OF THE MONTH” - 8/04/25

The name GRANT WITHERS is usually met with blank stares and shrugs these days, but back in the late 1920s and 1930s, he was a much-in-demand leading man who capitalized on his boyish good looks, athletic, 6-foot-3-inch frame, natural charisma, and effortless acting ability. And as dynamic as his screen persona was, his personal life was just as juicy! From a scandalous elopement with LORETTA YOUNG when she was barley 17 to financial struggles, missing wives, court dates, and deeply rooted emotional issues, Withers was once a bright light who quickly fell from grace. This week, we celebrate Withers as our Star of the Month. 

SHOW NOTES: 

Sources:

Serial Film Stars: A Biographical Dictionary (2013), by Buck Rainey;

Paramount Players Biography (June 1937);

Biography of Grant Withers, by Harry Brand, Director of Publicity, 20th Century Fox;

“Wife Names Two Women,” August 12, 1925, Variety;

“That Careless Heartbreaker,” June 7, 1929, San Francisco Examiner,

“Withers Wed; In Auto Crash,” January 27, 1930, Associated Press;

"Grant Withers is Sued for $55,000 Over Auto Crash,” March 25, 1930, Associated Press;

“Actor Victor in Suits Over Auto Crash,” September 1, 1931, Associated Press;

“Withers Wins Alimony Tilt,” February 8, 1930, Associated Press

“Withers, Ex-Wife Both Claim Victory in Alimony Case,” February 27, 1930, Associated Press;

“Grant Withers Operated on In Chicago,” January 26, 1931, International News Service;

“Grant Withers in Bankruptcy,: May 13, 1932, Associated Press;

‘Withers Must Pay For House Damages,’ August 24, 1932, Hollywood Citizen-News; 

“Warrant for Actor Charges Son Neglected,” September 14, 1931, Associated Press;

“Bad Check Charged In Action Filed on Grant Withers,” September 25, 1931, Associated Press;

“Court Actions Name Two Screen Plays,” February 27, 1933;

“Grant Withers Puts Golf Clubs in Pawn,” March 4, 1933;

“Grant Withers Is Married in Jersey For Third Time,” December 13, 1933, Herald;

“Withers Will Resume His Career,” April 22, 1934, Examiner;

“Grant Withers Seeking News of Missing Wife,” May 10, 1949, Los Angeles Times;

“Missing Spouse of Actor Returns,” May 10, 1949, Los Angeles Times;

“Grant Withers Weds Actress," February 1, 1953, Los Angeles Times;

“Grant Withers, Actor, Kayoed by Medicine Dose,” September 23, 1954, Hollywood Citizen-News;

‘Grant Withers and Wife Start Trial Separation,” September 26, 1954, L.A. Examiner;

‘Withers Cruel, Estelita Says,’ December 1, 1954, L.A. Daily News;

“Actor Grant Withers Sued for Divorce,” December 1, 1954, Los Angeles Times;

“Estelita Tells Criticism, Divorces Grant Withers,” November 10, 1955, Los Angeles Times;

“Unhappy Pens Note, Gulps Pills,” March 28, 1959, Mirror-News;

“G. Withers Ends Career With Suicide,” March 28, 1959, Hollywood Citizen-News;

“Actor Grant Withers Found Dead in Home,” March 28, 1959, Los Angeles Times;

“Actor Grant Withers’ Funeral to be Tuesday," March 29, 1959, Los Angeles Times;

“Many Friends at Withers Services,” April 1, 1959, Hollywood Citizen-News;

Wikipedia.com;

TCM.com;

IBDB.com;

IMDBPro.com;

Movies Mentioned:

The Gentle Cyclone (1926);

In a Moment of Temptation (1927);  

Tillie’s Punctured Romance (1928);

The Greyhound Limited (1929):

Sinner’s Holiday (1931);

Tiger Rose (1929);

The Second Floor Mystery (1930);

Too Young To Marry (1931);

Jungle Jim series (1937-38);

Mr. Wong series (1938-1940);

Tailspin Tommy (1934);

The Red Rider (1934); 

Goin’ To Town (1935);

The Fighting Marines (1935);

In Old Oklahoma (1943);

My Darling Clementine (1946);

Tycoon (1947);

Fort Apache (1948); 

Rio Grande (1950);

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EPISODE 98 -  “BEHIND THE SCENES: GETTING TO KNOW THE TEAM BEHIND FBTHS” - 7/28/25

As they say, it takes a village. And that is very true here at FROM BENEATH THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN podcast. This week, we decided to pull the curtain back and reveal two unsung heroes of the show who work tirelessly behind the scenes at the podcast. Meet Executive producer and Post Production Supervisor LINDSAY SCHNEBLY and Associate Producer and Researcher JOHN PRICE RICHEY. They are the true backbone behind this show who do an amazing job keeping us technically proficient and as factually accurate as possible. Listen and get to know these two remarkable artists who both have very interesting stories to tell. We would be lost without them! 

SHOW NOTES: 

Sources:

Wikipedia.com;

TCM.com;

IBDB.com;

IMDBPro.com;

Movies Mentioned:

The Birds (1963), starring Tippi Hedren, Rod Taylor, Jessica Tandy, & Suzanne Pleshette;

Vertigo (1958), starring James Stewart & Kim Novak;

It’s a Wonderful Life (1946), starring James Stewart & Donna Reed;

The African Queen (1951), starring Humphrey Bogart & Katharine Hepburn;

Singin’ in the Rain (1952), starring Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds, & Donald O’Connor;

The Bad and Beautiful (1952), starring Kirk Douglas & Lana Turner;

Sunset Boulevard (1950), starring Gloria Swanson & William Holden;

8 1/2 (1963), starring Marcello Mastroianni & Claudia Cardinale;

My Favorite Year (1982), starring Peter O’Toole;

Mulholland Drive (2001), starring Naomi Watts & Laura Harring;

The Star (1952), starring Bette Davis & Sterling Hayden;

Cinderella (1997), starring Brandy & Whitney Houston;

Ninotchka (1939), starring Greta Garbo & Melvyn Douglas;

The Red Shoes (1948), starring Moira Shearer;

City Lights (1931), starring Charlie Chaplin & Virginia Cherrill;

North By Northwest (1959), starring Cary Grant & Eva Marie Saint;

The Sting (1973), starring Paul Newman & Robert Redford;

The Godfather (1972), starring Al Pacino, Marlon Brando, & James Caan;

The Godfather II (1974), starring Al Pacino, Robert DeNiro & James Caan;

The Shop Around The Corner (1940), starring James Stewart & Margaret Sullivan;

The Merry Widow (1934), starring Jeanette MacDonald & Maurice Chevalier;

The Poseidon Adventure (1972), starring Gene Hackman, Ernest Borgnine & Shelley Winters;

Grand Prix (1966), starring James Garner & Eva Marie Saint;

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EPISODE 97 - “BEHIND THE GLAMOUR: DRUG USE IN OLD HOLLYWOOD” - 7/21/25

As the Roaring 1920s kicked in, America’s backlash against prohibition brought forth a boozy, fun-loving era where alcohol and the use of recreational drugs like cocaine and opium became a fashionable part of the hedonistic lifestyle. This was never more true than behind the hallowed gates of old Hollywood’s studios. In fact, drugs became a common tool of the studio systems to keep exhausted actors working and impossible production schedules on track. After the deaths of prominent film stars WALLACE REID and ALMA RUBENS, Hollywood had a chance to change things, but they didn’t. This week, we explore the rampant drug use that permeated the film industry during Hollywood’s infancy.

SHOW NOTES:

Sources:

Tinseltown: Murder, Morphine, and Madness at the Dawn of Hollywood (2015) by William J. Mann;

Wallace Reid: The Life and Death of a Hollywood Idol (2013), by E.J. Fleming;

“The Most Tragic Details Of Old Hollywood Stars' Lives,” June 30, 2025, by Acacia Deadlock, TheList.com;

“Hollywood’s Dark Secret: Drug Abuse in the Golden Age,” February 17, 2025, hollywoodlandnews.com;

“Golden Age Hollywood Had a Dirty Little Secret: Drugs,” May 27, 2025, by Erin Blakemore, History.com;

“The Buyers -- A Social History of America’s Most Popular Drugs,” PBS.org;

Wikipedia.com;

TCM.com;

IBDB.com;

IMDBPro.com;

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