That's Classic!

By John CatoArts Performing Arts

That's Classic! episodes

January 31, 2025 Gary Frank, Willie Lawrence from FAMILY CONTINUES in a very personal interview!
Gary Frank, Willie Lawrence from FAMILY CONTINUES in a very personal interview!
Gary Frank continues with the second episode of his interview with John discussing the challenges FAMILY faced with network support and Meredith Baxter Birney's personal struggles during filming. Gary shares his experiences from the series Sons and Daughters with Glynnis O’Connor and Barry Livingston, The Enola Gay with Billy Crystal, and The Gift with Glenn Ford. Gary recounts his time working with Robert Wagner, Stefanie Powers, and Cesar Romero on Hart to Hart, as well as Karl Malden and Michael Douglas on The Streets of San Francisco. He also shares a unique connection to Marilyn Monroe babysitting his wife and his time on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.
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Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.
43 min
January 18, 2025 Gary Frank, Willie Lawrence from FAMILY in a very personal interview!
Gary Frank, Willie Lawrence from FAMILY in a very personal interview!
Gary reflects with John on his journey to playing Willie Lawrence on FAMILY, sharing the audition process he went through to get the part, personal similarities with his character, as well as the multiple on-screen relationships Willie Lawrence had on FAMILY. Gary talks about the crazy way he met his wife, a producer on FAMILY and the unbelievable story of what they went through to get married before filming began on FAMILY! Gary recounts his deep friendship with Kristy McNichol and his bond with James Broderick until his death, and his own childhood loneliness,. Additionally, he shares a fun story about teaching a young Matthew Broderick how to light a match on his zipper.
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Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.
46 min
December 29, 2024 The Donna Reed Show's Paul Petersen Returns to Continue His Fun And Personal Interview!
The Donna Reed Show's Paul Petersen Returns to Continue His Fun And Personal Interview!
Paul Petersen continues from the first episode of this interview and shares more highlights from his career, including working with a young Harrison Ford, working with James Caan on Journey to Shiloh, and Walt Disney on Disney's last film "The Happiest Millionaire. Paul reflects on his involvement in the film Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star, advocating for child actors, recounting stories of Dana Plato, Shirley Temple, and his work with A Minor Consideration. He also shares memories of Sophia Loren’s talent and beauty in Houseboat and the influence of mothers on stars like Billy Gray and Tony Dow. Thanks so much Paul on so many levels!
Paul Petersen's organization to protect child actors: www.aminorconsideration.org
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Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.
35 min
December 29, 2024 Paul Petersen From The Donna Reed Show Is Back For More Fun And Personal Moments!
Paul Petersen From The Donna Reed Show Is Back For More Fun And Personal Moments!
Paul Petersen reflects on his career, from the timeless impact of his song My Dad to the life-changing experience of The Donna Reed Show and his special bond with Carl Betz. He shares stories about his hits like Lollipops and Roses, touring with Dick Clark, and a funny story about being in concert with Mickey Dolenz of The Monkees. Paul also discusses his health challenges with COPD, Annette Funicello’s legacy, and working with Glenn Ford on A Time for Killing. Despite his fame, he remains connected to lifelong friends, even those from grade school. There is a second episode of this interview where Paul continues with even more great stories! Check out episode two as well!
Paul Petersen's organization to protect child actors: www.aminorconsideration.org
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Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.
43 min
December 29, 2024 Exclusive And Funny Interview With Martha Smith From Scarecrow And Mrs. King!
Exclusive And Fun Interview With Martha Smith From Scarecrow And Mrs. King!
Martha Smith shares with John about auditioning for Scarecrow and Mrs. King, the first time she met Bruce Boxleitner on How the West was Won and her bond with Kate Jackson. In addition, Martha talks about her breakout role as Babs in Animal House, reflects on working with John Belushi, her now famous improvisations on the set, and the parties and cast moments at the motel they all stayed at while shooting Animal House. Martha talks about starting out in a small town in Michigan, working in a mental institution, being discovered by PLAYBOY and then being discovered by the Universal Studios Head of Casting. Martha recounts working with legends like Tony Randall, her idol, Jean Stapleton, and Beverly Garland, while also discussing her emotional moments tied to John Belushi and how she was about to visit her friend, Vic Morrow on The Twilight Zone set the day after he was killed. Additionally, she delves into her career shifts, from modeling and acting to real estate and her work on Selling Sunset. Martha thanks for all the laughs, what a life!
From Martha regarding Judy Belushi's recent passing:
Writing through tears to report another so sad passing of a brilliant and kind hearted woman, Judy Belushi-Pisano.
To read Martha's dedication here is the facebook link:
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Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.
1 hr 5 min
December 13, 2024 Tim Matheson, Animal House,The West Wing, Bonanza + his new book CONTINUES... funny & raw interview!
Tim Matheson, Animal House,The West Wing, Bonanza + his new book CONTINUES... funny & raw interview!
In this continuation of the first interview I did with Tim Matheson, he Tim recounts working and learning from legends like Henry Fonda, Jackie Gleason, and Bob Hope, and shares memorable moments playing ping pong with Dick Van Dyke and Debbie Reynolds ON Divorce American Style. He discusses taking control of his career, an altercation with Michael Landon on Bonanza as he becomes a regular cast member, and his odd experience with David Soul and and then dating David's ex-wife and working with Clint Eastwood on Magnum Force. Tim reflects on his experiences meeting Chris Farley as well as his impactful role as the VP on The West Wing. And again, go buy Tim's new book he just released, it is fantastic - Damn Glad to Meet You: My Seven Decades in the Hollywood Trenches, I loved it!
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Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.
33 min
December 13, 2024 Tim Matheson, Animal House,The West Wing, Bonanza and his NEW BOOK all in one funny & raw interview!
Tim Matheson, Animal House,The West Wing, Bonanza and his NEW BOOK all in one funny & raw interview!
Tim Matheson shares with John hysterical behind-the-scenes moments from Animal House, including the iconic guitar-smashing moment with John Belushi, the mishaps that made the seduction scene with Dean Wormer's wife in Otter's bedroom so funny, the cast getting haircuts together and convincing Belushi to as well and the cast gathering for Thanksgiving dinner at John and Judy Belushi's and more great behind the scenes moments on Animal House. He recalls Lucille Ball’s comedy guidance on Yours, Mine & Ours, the creation of his book cover by the famous National Lampoon artist, and his early days as a child actor on Leave It to Beaver and My Three Sons. Tim also discusses Animal House's creation, memorable lines like “Road Trip,” and so many more moments from his new book, Damn Glad To Meet You: My Seven Decades in the Hollywood Trenches. In the second episode of this interview which is available now, Tim talks about getting put in his place by Micheal Landon on Bonanza, his incredible experience playing the Vice President and working with the cast of The West Wing and so many more stories, enjoy! Really appreciate you Tim!
Tim Matheson's book - Damn Glad to Meet You: My Seven Decades in the Hollywood Trenches
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Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.
45 min
December 02, 2024 Stefanie Powers Hart To Hart Interview CONTINUES - Enlightening and Fun!
Stefanie Powers Hart To Hart Interview CONTINUES - Enlightening and Fun!
Stefanie talks with John about The Girl from U.N.C.L.E., including guest stars like Boris Karloff working with Yvonne DeCarlo and the tragedy of Yvonne's husband, and growing up around Maureen O'Hara as well as her experience with John Wayne on McClintock. Stefanie recalls childhood ballet classes with Natalie Wood and Jill St. John, reuniting with Natalie Wood and meeting Robert Wagner on West Side Story, and Hollywood gatherings at Roddy McDowell's house. Stefanie also shares her recognition at the United Nations and the impact of the William Holden Wildlife Foundation on thousands of people. So much more! Thank you so much Stefanie!
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Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.
41 min
December 02, 2024 An Incredibly Candid Interview With Stefanie Powers From Hart To Hart!
An Incredibly Candid Interview With Stefanie Powers From Hart To Hart!
Stefanie Powers talks with John and reflects on her trailblazing role in The Girl from U.N.C.L.E., founding the William Holden Wildlife Foundation, and how she met William Holden, their wild adventures in Kenya at his wildlife ranch. She recalls Hart to Hart memories of her and Robert Wagner's personal items on the set, including its intense filming schedule, her close bond with Robert Wagner, consoling one another after the sudden deaths within two weeks of William Holden and Natalie Wood, plus fond stories of Lionel Stander, Max on Hart to Hart as well as the McCarthy blacklist era. The interview continues in a second episode which is available to watch now!
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Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.
47 min
November 14, 2024 Meet Jerry Herman: The Genius Behind Hello Dolly & Mame, As Told By His Goddaughter Jane Dorian!
Jane chats with John about how Jerry Herman was turned down by Julliard three times and couldn't read music but became on e of the most prolific theatrical music composers of the century, how she grew up around Carol Channing and Angela Lansbury and what they were like away from the limelight. Jane talks about the upcoming Jerry Herman memorabilia auction as well as the sale of his crypt by Marilyn Monroe and Hugh Hefner, how Jerry's Mom passing away influenced the strong women in his musicals. Jerry Herman's friendship with Paul McCartney and Elton John, the story behind Louis Armstrong getting the Hello Dolly song before the play even opened and so muc more! Enjoy!
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Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.
47 min

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A fun, behind the scenes look at television shows and movies from the past. Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's…