Step behind the velvet curtain on this week’s Tales From Hollywoodland as we explore the legendary Movie Studio Moguls who shaped the Golden Age of Hollywood and transformed the film industry. From iconic power players to behind-the-scenes empire builders, we dive into how these studio giants discovered stars, launched careers, and redefined the business of moviemaking.

Join the crew as we uncover surprising stories, bold personalities, and the lasting legacy these moguls left on Hollywood history. Perfect for fans of classic cinema, film history, Hollywood legends, and anyone fascinated by the industry’s most influential figures.

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Mark Maddox Joins Jim for a duscussion of the 1956 classic based on the immortal novel by Herman Melville – “Moby Dick,” starring Gregory Peck, Richard Baseheart, Leo Genn, Orson Welles, James Robertson Justice, Harry Andrews, Friedrich von Ledeur, Francis Wolf, Royal Dano, and directed by John Huston. This well-known tale involves the observations of a young seaman (Baseheart) while serving aboard a whaling ship under the command of Captain Ahab (Peck). But who is the real monster in the story? Find out more on MONSTER ATTACK!, The Podcast Dedicated To Old Monster Movies.

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The film, Spartacus, is an epic story released in 1960. Starring Kirk Douglas and directed by Stanley Kubrick, the film boasts a star-studded cast and beautifully filmed scenes in Super Technirama 70, which recorded 6K of resolution and making it ideal for display on the modern Ultra High Definition (4K) TV’s that we have today. In this episode we discuss the details of the film. We talk about the preservation of the film as well as the skill of the shots and direction. We discuss the characters and their motivations and what we feel that they mean to us today. We also get into the themes of the movie and how we think that they resonate now as well as what they may have meant at the time. Along the way we also get into censorship in film, the legacy of the movie, and whether or not we think that this is worth watching by modern audiences.

Our five-minute controversy this week asks who you think Ben Affleck should play in the MCU.

This week Ashley, Michael, and Nate join the cast.

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How will AI evolve from where it is now to what we see in Star Trek? We’ll talk about the ways AI is depicted across the different series, how realistic the portrayal is (or isn’t), whether the franchise is anti-AI, etc. We’ll discuss some of the ways that AI could be used in the future, such as surgical operations on different aliens, controlling aspects of things like warp drive and transporter technology, and how AI isn’t always talking Androids and evil computers but often integrated seamlessly into the background.

Earth Station Trek is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber.

#startrek #data #zora #lore #artificialintelligence #exocomp #landru #vaal #m5

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We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 17 “Canamar,” but only Bill has actually watched the episode. Archer confesses he’s a criminal, Trip gets stuck next to That Guy on a long flight, and while T’Pol is in charge, everyone does their jobs competently. Is this the first Enterprise mirror universe episode? No, it’s just another day in the life of this dysfunctional crew.

Produced by K.O. Myers at Particulate Media. If you enjoy the show, follow us on Facebook or on BlueSky or send us an email to [email protected]. We cannot tell you how much we would love to hear from you!

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This week we’re MONKEEING AROUND with Chris McGovern of The Gen-X Muse to discuss the Monkees episode “Dance, Monkee, Dance!”

As we go along, we’ll also chat about how our guest found The Monkees, what’s currently happening in the world of the Monkees, and more!

Our ‘You May Also Like recommendation this week is “Monsters,” the latest single from the legendary psychedelic band, Strawberry Alarm Clock!

Monkeeing Around is a part of the ESO Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber.

#monkees #60stv #dancemonkeedance #chrismcgovern #genxmuse #mickydolenz #mikenesmith #davyjones #petertork #monsters #strawberryalarmclock

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Batman ’66 S2 Ep44 – Penguin’s Disastrous End

The Penguin attempts his scheme’s masterstroke, complete with an audacious means of escape no one will see coming.

Episode aired Thursday, Feb 2, 1967

Director: James B. Clark

Writer: Stanford Sherman

Cast:

Adam West – Batman

Burt Ward – Robin

Alan Napier – Alfred

Neil Hamilton – Commissioner Gordon

Stafford Repp – Chief O’Hara

Madge Blake – Mrs. Cooper

Burgess Meredith – The Penguin

Carolyn Jones – Marsha, Queen of Diamonds

Estelle Winwood – Aunt Hilda

Frank Baron – Henchman #1

Steve Conte – Henchman #2

Don Hannum – First Guard

Andy Romano – Second Guard

Brad Logan – Workman

Mike’s Shout Out:

Batman Halmark Ornaments

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Batman: Death in the Family on Patreon

BatChums logo by Peter Cutler.
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Theme music by Ricky Zero.
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On October 16, 2025 one of the most influential guitarists in the history of rock – ACE FREHLEY of KISS – passed away at the age of 74.  Court Lewis and Matt Alschbach of the Rock and Metal Profs Podcast join us to share memories of Ace and talk about his impact on the musical landscape. We share our favorite songs, favorite solos, favorite concert memories, and a few funny stories along the way.

If you’re a fan of hard rock and metal, check out the Rock and Metal Profs podcast, 

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Flopcast episode 705! We’re back with our full report on the city of Seattle, which turned out to be way over on the other side of the continent. (Probably should have packed a bag or something…) How many weird and silly activities could we squish into just a few days out west? Let’s find out. Including: Retro-futuristic fun at the Space Needle! A robot on the monorail! Angry otters at the aquarium! A massive collection of nerd stuff at the Museum of Pop Culture! Giant trolls! A visit to Archie McPhee’s Rubber Chicken Museum! A visit to filming locations from Twin Peaks and Northern Exposure! A fortune-telling psychic chicken! And yikes, even more. Why, we’ll even teach you the proper way to pronounce “Seattle,” if you believe everything from The Brady Bunch. And we do.

Episode 705 complete show notes and links at www.flopcast.net!

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Jim discusses a cult classic Ghost Story film from 1980 – “The Changeling,” starring George C Scott, Trish Van Devere, Melvyn Douglas, Jean Marsh, John Colicos, Barry Morse, and Madeline Sherwood. Based on a stroy by Russell Hunter and directed by Peter Medak, the film centers around a famous composer who lost his wife and daughter in a tragic accident and his struggles to move on. While living in an old house , he experieves several strange occurrances. Are they real or imagined? find out on MONSTER ATTACK!, The Podcast Dedicated To Old Monster Movies.

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