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The Laurel & Hardy Podcast40. They Go Boom (1929) with Randy SkretvedtEpisode 40 focuses on the fortieth film that Stan and Babe made together, namely, They Go Boom, which was filmed between June 26th and July 11th, 1929 and was released on September 21st, 1929.Patrick welcomes back prominent Laurel and Hardy expert Randy Skretvedt to discuss the fascinating production history of They Go Boom. We discover the difficulties faced during filming and the reasons for the problematic production delays, and we hear some of Randy's recordings of Laurel and Hardy's editors, Richard Currier and Bert Jordan. To become part of the Podcast Community, 'Fraternally Yours', the online discussion...
2026-02-031h 57
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 17: Fraternally Yours - Men O' War DiscussionThese are the edited highlights of the second online meeting of the podcast's 'Fraternally Yours' discussion group. The group's main objective was to watch and discuss the boys' classic short, Men O'War, but during the session, we digressed and covered a lot of other ground as well - all Laurel & Hardy related, of course! There were a number of members present, from several countries, including the USA, the UK and Canada and as an added delight, we were also joined by Laurel and Hardy experts and friends of the Podcast, Randy Skretvedt and Glenn Mitchell. ...
2025-11-141h 51
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 16: Stan Laurel to George McFly with Jeffrey WeissmanIn this special bonus episode of The Laurel and Hardy Podcast, Patrick chats with actor Jeffrey Weissman about his love for Laurel and Hardy and his experiences playing Stan Laurel for Universal Studios for the best part of two decades. Included in the discussion, Jeffrey recalls how he first discovered the boys, how he met Anita Garvin, Dick Van Dyke and Buster's widow, Eleanor Keaton. Jeffrey is perhaps best known for his role in Clint Eastwood's Pale Rider and also for stepping into the part of George McFly in both of the blockbuster sequels to Back to t...
2025-09-301h 04
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 15: Fraternally Yours - Perfect Day DiscussionOn 30th August 2025, the Fraternally Yours group held its inaugural online meeting. Initially focused on group discussions around the Laurel and Hardy short, Perfect Day, the conversation also drifted into other areas, including the 2018 Stan and Ollie movie.Hosted by Patrick Vasey, the group consisted of several of the podcast's patrons from the UK and North America, who are signed up to the Plumtree tier on Patreon.com. In addition, the session's special guests were Chris Seguin, a classic comedy aficionado from Canada, and Patrick's Laurel & Hardy business partner, Russ Babidge.To take part in...
2025-09-101h 04
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast39. Perfect Day (1929) with Chris SeguinOn today’s show, we're journeying back to early June 1929 and the production of Stan and Babe’s fourth all-talking comedy, Perfect Day. To help Patrick discuss the history of this famous comedy is classic comedy aficionado Chris Seguin, linking up across the Atlantic from his home in Toronto, Canada. In addition to discussing the production and merits of Perfect Day, Chris and Patrick discuss the signing of Harry Langdon to the Hal Roach Studio, which was happening around the time of the film's production. To become part of the new 'Fraternally Yours' online discussion group...
2025-07-241h 45
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 14: Laurel & Hardy: The Silent Years - 1928 with Chris SeguinIt's a great time to be a Laurel and Hardy fan, what with all the products and books published recently and still more in the pipeline. This bonus episode of the Podcast discusses Eureka Entertainment's release of their wonderful Blu-Ray, Laurel & Hardy: The Silent Years - 1928. Joining Patrick to discuss the set is returning guest and one of the producers of the discs, Chris Seguin.To purchase a copy of the region-free Blu-Ray, please consider using my affiliate links below:For 1928 Blu-Ray - https://amzn.to/3HDtYIuFor 1927 Blu-Ray - https://amzn.to/4kk...
2025-06-071h 05
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast38. The Hollywood Revue of 1929 with Randy SkretvedtOur coverage of Laurel and Hardy's career as a comedy team brings us to the Spring/Summer of 1929 and their cameo appearance in M-G-M's 'spectacular' feature film, The Hollywood Revue of 1929. This was the boys' first appearance in a feature-length picture and marked a significant moment in their history. To discuss the movie and the stars who appear in it, Patrick is joined by film historian and regular guest expert Randy Skretvedt.If you'd like to join the mailing list and stay informed about any of our forthcoming book titles, click here: www.laurelandhardyfilms.com/bo...
2025-03-291h 50
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 13: NEW BOOK - 'Collecting Laurel & Hardy' with Danny Bacher and Bernie HogyaIn this very special episode, I chat with Danny Bacher and Bernie Hogya all about their new book, 'Collecting Laurel & Hardy.' The book is a fantastic and humorous look at all the weird and wonderful pieces of memorabilia and collectibles that have been produced and sold over the years bearing Stan and Ollie's likenesses. Of particular interest are Stan and Babe's screen-worn costumes and personal effects.
This episode is dedicated to the memory of Danny Bacher,
who sadly and unexpectedly passed away the day after this recording was made.
Bless you, Danny, Rest in peace.
2025-01-191h 38
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 12: NEW BOOK - 'A True Love Story' with Andreas Baum and Michael EhretThis bonus episode celebrates the publication of a brand new, jaw-dropping book entitled 'Laurel & Hardy: A True Love Story: The Pictorial History of Stan and Ollie: Their Lives and Work'.
Patrick discusses the book's genesis and its treasures, asks his guests about their earliest memories of Laurel and Hardy, and makes them face the infamous 'Atoll Question'.
Included in the episode is a VERY RARE AND PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED audio snippet of an interview with Oliver Hardy, provided by Michael Ehret.
To purchase a copy of Laurel & Hardy: A True Love Story visit Andreas...
2024-12-071h 07
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast37. Men O' War (1929) Part TWO with Glenn MitchellRounding off our deep dive into the waters of Laurel and Hardy's classic short, Men O' War, Patrick is joined by film historian and author, Glenn Mitchell.
Discussions cover a range of subjects from the film's production to the film history of Hollenbeck Park, to other interesting tangents, such as the willingness to tackle dark and heavy themes in Laurel and Hardy comedies.
As mentioned in the show, here are some useful links that you might wish to check out:
Check out Andreas Baum and Michael Ehret's new book, containing a chapter written...
2024-10-241h 35
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast37. Men O' War: Just Playing Together with Richard W. BannIn this first of two episodes looking at Laurel and Hardy's classic 1929 talkie, Men O' War, Patrick chats with returning guest and Hal Roach Studios expert, Richard W. Bann about his forthcoming book 'Laurel & Hardy as Men O' War: Just Playing Together.'
In addition to discussing the book's genesis and content, Richard reads an extract from the manuscript, which perfectly sets the scene and provides great context for what was happening in and around Hollywood in 1929.
As mentioned in the show, if you'd like to purchase the Winter 2022 issue of The Laurel & Hardy Magazine...
2024-09-211h 05
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast36. Berth Marks (1929) Part TWO with Richard M. RobertsJoining Patrick to complete the deep dive into Laurel & Hardy's second talkie, Berth Marks, is a film historian and author of 'Smileage Guaranteed, Richard M. Roberts. As well as talking about the film's merits, Patrick also asks his special guest about how he first discovered his love for classic comedy, and his earliest memories of Stan and Ollie, and Richard (albeit reluctantly) faces the Atoll Question. To order your copy of the Eureka Blu-Ray of Laurel and Hardy’s Silent Shorts, click here: https://amzn.to/46mJ3Xu
Join Richard M. Roberts's onli...
2024-08-101h 31
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast36. Berth Marks (1929) - Part ONEThis episode is part one of a two-part look at Laurel and Hardy's second talking picture, Berth Marks. Following their successful first attempt at 'all-talking' comedies, how would Stan and Ollie handle their first adventure filming, not only, outdoors but on location in a noisy, bustling train station? In this solo episode, Patrick talks about the Berth Marks' fascinating production history.
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2024-06-2135 min
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 11: Leonard Maltin Talking Laurel & HardyTo celebrate the podcast's 4th anniversary, we welcome the legendary film critic Leonard Maltin onto the show. Leonard discusses his lifelong love for Stan and Ollie, and Patrick asks him to choose his three favourite films. In addition, Leonard recounts his meetings with Buster Keaton as well as Laurel and Hardy co-stars Billy Gilbert and Dorothy Granger.
To gain access to a video version of this episode and an extra slice of this interview with Leonard, as well as more exclusive content and benefits from The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, sign up to show your support and become...
2024-04-1154 min
The Good Listening To Show: Stories of Distinction & Genius'Legacy: Life Reflections': A Tribute to Laurel and Hardy's Enduring Comedy Legacy. Laughing Through the Ages with Life-Long Super-Fan & Presenter of The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, Patrick VaseySend us a textDelighted to welcome Patrick Vasey, Laurel & Hardy life-long Super-Fan & Presenter of The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, for a special 'Legacy: Life Reflections' episode in which we preserve the legacy & hare our mutual love and admiration for all things Stan & Ollie.Stan Laurel is my all time comic hero. I first encountered Stan on a Black & White TV set that hummed into action in Uganda at the age of 7. And to this day he still inspires me in all the work that I do through his innocence, kindness, warmth & humanity.Growing u...
2024-03-1948 min
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast35. Unaccustomed As We Are with Randy Skretvedt and Richard W. BannEpisode 35 kicks off Season Two of the podcast properly and introduces us to Laurel and Hardy’s talking pictures. Patrick is joined by two of the world’s leading experts in the world of Laurel and Hardy and the Hal Roach Studios. Randy Skretvedt assists in discussing the production history of the boys’ first talkie, Unaccustomed As We Are, and Richard W. Bann reveals details of his exclusive interview with the film’s director Lewis R. Foster. If you like your podcasts entertaining and packed with information, this is the episode for you.
To access the bonus Patron-on...
2024-03-162h 17
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 10: Elmer Raguse - Arrival of the TalkiesIn this very special bonus episode, Patrick welcomes Craig Raguse to the show. Craig is the grandson of the man who was given the responsibility of converting the Hal Roach Studios into a studio fit for producing talking pictures, Elmer Raguse.
Craig discusses Elmer's early life and background, his move from the Victor Company in New Jersey to Roach's studio in Culver City, and talks about some of the stand-out achievements in his grandfather's career.
This fascinating and entertaining episode pays tribute to a key figure in the history of Laurel and Hardy, Charley Chase...
2024-02-101h 14
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 9 (Live): New Book- March of the Wooden Soldiers with Randy SkretvedtIn this special bonus episode, recorded live in front of a Zoom audience of some of the Podcast’s Patrons, Patrick interviews Laurel & Hardy expert and film historian, Randy Skretvedt, all about his latest book, entitled March of the Wooden Soldiers:
The Amazing Story of Laurel & Hardy’s Babes in Toyland.
To purchase a copy of Randy’s new book, click here for UK: https://amzn.to/4aHmD4T
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2024-01-051h 36
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 8: Stan and Ollie's Silent Era Retrospective with Chris SeguinTo round off Laurel and Hardy's silent era, Patrick invites classic comedy expert Chris Seguin back to take one last look at the whole canon. Join us for a fascinating and fun discussion covering all the boys' films, from The Lucky Dog to Angora Love.
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2023-12-281h 23
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast34. Angora Love (1929) with Chris SeguinWith a tear in the eye, episode thirty-four brings Stan and Ollie’s silent period to a close. To discuss Laurel & Hardy’s swansong of their silent era, Angora Love, Patrick welcomes back to the Podcast classic comedy expert Chris Seguin. As well as discussing the film in focus, Chris and Patrick also consider Stan and Babe’s contemporaries, such as Buster Keaton, Harold Lloyd
and Charlie Chaplin, and how they fared transferring from silent to sound pictures.
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2023-11-262h 00
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 7: The Last Dance of the Cuckoos with Andy Hollingworth and Matt HoltOn September 9th, 1953, Stan Laurel and Oliver ‘Babe’ Hardy arrived on a boat direct from the USA into the small harbour town of Cobh, Ireland, ahead of another tour of the theatres of Great Britain. The boys assumed that they would quietly disembark unnoticed by the townspeople - but that couldn’t be further from what happened. In this special bonus episode of the podcast, Patrick welcomes filmmakers Andy Hollingworth and
Matt Holt to discuss the genesis and production of their new documentary, The Last Dance of the Cuckoos, which charts this remarkable and emotive true story. In addition, Patric...
2023-09-301h 43
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast33. Bacon Grabbers (1929) with Randy SkretvedtIn Episode thirty-three, Patrick welcomes back to the Podcast Laurel & Hardy expert and author of Laurel & Hardy: The Magic Behind the Movies and The Laurel & Hardy Movie Scripts, Randy Skretvedt. Throughout the course of the show, Randy and Patrick talk about a film that is often overlooked in the Laurel & Hardy canon, Bacon Grabbers.
Patrick and Randy share their love for the film and talk about its production history, paying special attention to the synchronised soundtrack that accompanied the film on its release to theatres. I
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2023-09-171h 39
Discovering JazzEpisode 243: Jazz City!It’s been claimed to be North America’s first International Jazz Festival. In a city of only half a million. Festival founder Marc Vasey talks about how Edmonton, Alberta, Canada became known as ‘jazz city’. And he talks about some of the challenges and inspiring moments from those early years of 1980 to 1983. Some of the stories include:
-How Chet Baker had to be locked into his hotel room.
-How an opening night disaster was transformed into an amazing beginning for the festival.
-How playing in a circus tent affected John McLaughlin’s mood.
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2023-09-0500 min
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast32. Double Whoopee (1929) with Glenn MitchellIn Episode 32, our attention turns to the first film that Stan and Babe made in 1929, Double Whoopee. Best known for a three-minute sequence starring a young Jean Harlow, Patrick and his special guest, Glenn Mitchell, discuss why the film is so much more than this one scene. In addition, the conversation also looks at the production history of the picture, the unique sound version produced in 1970 by Chuck McCann and a whole lot more!
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2023-08-122h 15
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 6: Laurel & Hardy - Year One 1927 Silents, Blu Ray Release with Serge BrombergJoining Patrick for this special edition of the podcast is Serge Bromberg from Lobster Films. Serge talks about the long-awaited release of Laurel & Hardy's 1927 silent shorts on Blu-ray. During the discussion, we find out what films are included and what we can expect from the set.
As usual, Patrick asks his guest how he discovered Laurel & Hardy and how he got into film restoration, as well as the infamous Atoll question!
For more information on The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, visit www.laurelandhardyfilms.com
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2023-07-081h 17
CTRM RadioQuor - A New Name and a New Focus - CTRMRadio 38In CTRMRadio 38, we talk to Quor, the new entity formed by the spin off of what was called Brady Commodities acquired by STG. Patrick Reames talks with Quor CEO, Tasja Botha, about the new vendor, its strategy and future. Gary Vasey talks to Chief Business Architect, Harry Knott and with Global Head of Alliances, Connor Hoban about such topics as defending its legacy of leadership in metals, the products and their functionality, ESG and net zero, partnering and more...
CTRMRadio is an ad hoc podcast by Commodity Technology Advisory LLC, hosted on CTRMCenter.com. It is kindly sponsored by Enuit...
2023-06-0529 min
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast31. Big Business (1929) [Part Two] with Richard W. BannEpisode 31 completes our deep dive into Stan and Babe's 1929 masterpiece, Big Business. On the previous show, Episode 30, Randy Skretvedt and I discussed the film and also covered the mythology surrounding a couple of famous (or infamous) legends connected to the production - primarily Hal Roach's much-related tale that the wrong house was destroyed in error. Randy sided with Stan Laurel and thought that Hal's story was "a load of baloney". So, in this episode, I'm delighted to welcome back film historian and expert on the Hal Roach Studios, Richard W. Bann. Richard covers some little-known facts about Big Business...
2023-05-301h 14
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast30. Big Business (1929) [Part One] with Randy SkretvedtEpisode 30 marks the third year anniversary of The Laurel & Hardy Podcast. In today's show, we hear from some of the podcast's loyal supporters about why they love the show so much. The big business in hand, though, is the first part of a two-episode deep dive into Laurel and Hardy's silent masterpiece, Big Business. Patrick discusses the film with regular guest expert Randy Skretvedt, and together they explore the contentious legends surrounding the film's production, such as: were the boys selling Christmas trees in the summertime, and did they trash the wrong house by mistake??
2023-04-281h 38
How to Save the World | The Psychology & Science of Environmental BehaviorHow to Make Environmental Campaigns Go Viral Using Augmented Reality Games, Kay Vasey + Olivier Bos MeshMinds Ep49MeshMinds makes planet-themed augmented reality games designed to massively increase engagement and social media sharing of environmental campaigns.
Kay and Olivier and I met when we were working for UNEP on the Clean Seas campaign. They do some really interesting work using the software Spark AR (that’s only used for instagram and Facebook applications) to make these very novel, light, immersive, and fun experiences - kind of like a mini or micro game - that people access by pressing the star icon on Instagram.
And holey moley, the things they make really work! Their ga...
2023-04-031h 17
CTRM RadioOpportunities and Threats 2023 - Part 2 - CTRMRadio 36To kick off the year we decided to poll a few people around the industry as to what they saw the opportunities and threats posed by 2023 might be either to the industry, their business, or both. In part 2, to be released in a couple of days, we talk to Jan van den Brom of Agiboo and Dr. Jens Bartenschlager of Fidectus. In the final part, Patrick Reames and Gary M. Vasey discuss what we have learned.
In part 1, we talked with Sulhi Akmehmet of Beacon Platform, Ito van Lanschot of Tradesparent, Simon Wheeler of Energy One Europe, Tasja Botha of...
2023-02-1027 min
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast29. That's My Wife (1929) with Steve MassaThe Laurel & Hardy Podcast returns with Episode 29 and takes a deep dive into the next chronological release, Stan and Babe's hilarious 1929 release, That’s My Wife. Patrick welcomes returning guest expert, film historian and co-host of The Silent Comedy Watch Party, Steve Massa.
During the show, Patrick and Steve discuss this most risqué of Laurel and Hardy’s films, including a look at supporting players William Courtright and Jimmy Aubrey.
Stay in touch with all the latest Podcast news, including updates on my forthcoming book, Laurel & Hardy: Silents by subscribing to the free newsletter here: https...
2023-02-071h 19
CTRM RadioOpportunities and Threats 2023 - Part 1 - CTRMRadio 36To kick off the year we decided to poll a few people around the industry as to what they saw the opportunities and threats posed by 2023 might be either to the industry, their business, or both. In part 1, we talked with Sulhi Akmehmet of Beacon Platform, Ito van Lanschot of Tradesparent, Simon Wheeler of Energy One Europe, Tasja Botha of Brady Commodities and George Bradshaw of Gen10.
In part 2, to be released in a couple of days, we talk to Jan van den Brom of Agiboo and Dr. Jens Bartenschlager of Fidectus. In the final part, Patrick Reames and Gary...
2023-01-3027 min
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 5: '...and this is my friend Mr Holland'In this very special bonus episode of The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, Patrick chats with star of TV and stage Jeffrey Holland. Jeffrey is someone who can rightly be referred to as a member of UK TV royalty. His acting career on both stage and screen over the years has been prolific, appearing in such TV classics as Dad's Army, Are You Being Served? It Ain't Half Hot Mum, but he became a household name for his roles in the celebrated sit-coms, Hi-De-Hi, You Rang M'Lord and Oh, Doctor Beeching.
Since 2013, Jeffrey has been touring with his one-man...
2022-11-1240 min
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast27. Wrong Again (1929) with Glenn MitchellUnder its new title, The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, Episode 27 takes a deep dive into Stan and Babe's wonderful 1929 release, Wrong Again. Returning guest expert Glenn Mitchell pays a fitting tribute to the late film historian Dave Wyatt.
During Patrick and Glenn's discussion about the film in focus, the two shine a torch on the musical score, the mechanics of the horse on the piano gag and Leo McCarey's reminiscences of directing what became one of his favourite of all Laurel and Hardy's films.
Stay in touch with all the latest Podcast news, including updates on m...
2022-11-061h 52
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast26. Liberty (1929) with John Bengtson and Randy SkretvedtEpisode 26 has very lofty ambitions, as Patrick and his guests discuss Laurel & Hardy’s 1929 short, Liberty. In the footsteps of Harold Lloyd, Liberty is the one and only time Stan and Babe made an out-and-out ‘thrill’ picture and what a hilarious short it is! To help him to discuss the locations used for the filming of Liberty, Patrick welcomes a new guest to the Blogcast, the “great detective of silent film locations”, John Bengtson. As well as hearing John’s Laurel and Hardy back-story, we also have the welcome return of the Atoll Question!
In the second half of the...
2022-09-162h 15
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast25. We Faw Down (1928) with Chris SeguinIn this 25th episode of The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, Patrick provides an update on his forthcoming book, Laurel & Hardy: Silents and makes a special announcement about the future of The Laurel & Hardy Magazine. The main business of the day, however, is to take a close look at the 1928 silent short, We Faw Down. To help him with the analysis of the film, Patrick welcomes back to the Blogcast Canadian film historian, Chris Seguin. In addition to discussing the film in focus, Chris also provides interesting context by talking about silent comedy star Larry Semon's demise which was happening concurrently w...
2022-08-111h 45
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast24. Habeas Corpus (1928) with Paul Castiglia and Randy SkretvedtIn a bumper Episode 24, the Podcast has reached a pivotal moment in Laurel and Hardy’s cinematic history. Today’s film in focus, Habeas Corpus was not only the boys’ first out-and-out scare-comedy, but it was also the moment Stan and Babe took their first steps toward the talkies.
Joining Patrick on this deep-dive into Habeas Corpus is first-time guest and scare-comedy expert, Paul Castiglia. Paul discusses the genesis of the comedy horror film, discusses his Laurel and Hardy backstory and answers the infamous Atoll Question.
In addition, Patrick also welcomes regular Laurel and Hardy author...
2022-07-022h 49
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 4: "Everything Comes From Karno" with David CrumpJoining us on this special bonus edition of The Laurel & Hardy Podcast is a man who has had a number of guises in his life, including as an actor, singer, and playwright, and to that list, he can now add the title author. In 2021, he published an extensive biography of music hall impresario, Fred Karno, entitled Fred Karno: The Legend Behind the Laughter.
No discussion of Stan Laurel, Laurel and Hardy – or comedy in its wider sense can be complete without recognising the impact of Fred Karno, and so it is with great pleasure that we welcome on...
2022-05-241h 55
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast22. Two Tars (1928) with Randy SkretvedtIn Episode 22, Patrick celebrates the 2nd anniversary of the Podcast and we hear birthday messages from some of the podcast’s many global listeners. In addition, Patrick also welcomes back to the Blogcast Laurel & Hardy expert and author of Laurel & Hardy: The Magic Behind the Movies and The Laurel & Hardy Movie Scripts, Randy Skretvedt.
On the show, Randy and Patrick discuss the film in focus which is the fantastic silent short, ‘Two Tars’ and much more besides.
To read the blog on Two Tars click here https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/2022/03/28/25-two-tars-1928/
Stay in touch with a...
2022-04-211h 59
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast21. Early to Bed (1928) [Part Two] with Richard W. BannEpisode 21, sees Patrick offer a Laurel and Hardy handshake to returning guest and Hal Roach Studios expert, Richard W. Bann. This episode continues the discussion that Patrick had with Randy Skretvedt in Episode 20 about Stan and Babe’s 1928 silent short ‘Early to Bed’.
As Randy didn’t much care for this classic yet divisive short, Patrick invites ‘Early to Bed’ fan, Richard Bann to join him on the Podcast to explain just what he likes about the film.
As usual, listeners can expect another episode bursting with information and once again Richard draws on his wealth of fi...
2022-03-011h 53
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast20. Early to Bed (1928) [Part One] with Randy SkretvedtIn Episode Twenty, Patrick welcomes back to the Podcast Laurel & Hardy expert and author of Laurel & Hardy: The Magic Behind the Movies and The Laurel & Hardy Movie Scripts, Randy Skretvedt. Throughout the course of the show Randy and Patrick talk about a film that neither of them are overly fond of, Early to Bed, and find that they share a personal reason for taking a dislike to it.
In addition to discussing the film in focus, Randy talks about a recent auction win that landed him a rare pile of vintage Laurel & Hardy items belonging to Oliver...
2022-02-042h 06
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast19. Should Married Men Go Home? with Glenn MitchellEpisode Nineteen sees the welcome return of special guest Glenn Mitchell. In the programme Patrick and Glenn discuss the first release from the officially designated ‘Laurel & Hardy’ series, 1928’s Should Married Men Go Home?
Patrick explores Babe Hardy’s obsession with golf and also the golfing culture prevalent at the Hal Roach Studios. In addition, Glenn takes an in-depth look at one of Stan and Babe’s co-stars making her final appearance with the boys, Edna Marian.
To read the blog on Should Married Men Go Home? and see the full page article covering the Roach Stud...
2022-01-071h 35
CTRM RadioWhat's New in Data Management? - CTRMRadio Episode 27We talk to three experts in data management about data management and what is new as it relates to commodity technology.
Kindly sponsored by Enuit. We spoke with Richard Quigley, CEO and founder of Ventriks, Chris Hembrecht, Director of Product Management at Morningstar and Mark Earthey, Non-Executive Director for Matrica. Patrick Reames and Gary M. Vasey of ComTech then discuss what they had learned.
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2021-11-2241 min
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast18. Their Purple Moment (1928) with Richard W. BannIn this bumper Episode Eighteen, Patrick welcomes Laurel and Hardy and Hal Roach Studios expert Richard W. Bann to the Podcast for the very first time.
Richard is one of the foremost authorities on anything and everything connected to the Hal Roach Studios, including not only the films they produced but also its history, reputation and legacy as well.
Richard shares his Laurel and Hardy backstory, about how he discovered Stan and Ollie and the Hal Roach Studios in general and also his career history. He also discusses with Patrick the film in focus, 1928 silent...
2021-11-212h 40
Changing Lives Selling KnivesKate Vasey - Flashback FridayKate Vasey is currently the DC Metro Division Manager for the Cutco/Vector Marketing sales organization, headquartered in Rockville, MD. A 19-year veteran with the company, Kate advanced rapidly into a Division Manager position after graduating from college and excelling as a District Manager. Responsible for over $40 million in Cutco sales, Kate is a member of the company’s Hall of Fame. She was married to her husband, Patrick, in 2016, and they have 2 young daughters. As a shining example of a success as a Divisional Executive and mother, Kate is a role model throughout the entire company. To...
2021-10-1515 min
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast17. You're Darn Tootin' (1928) with Ben Model and Neil BrandIn a jam-packed Episode Seventeen and to help him discuss the 1928 silent short, You’re Darn Tootin’, Patrick welcomes two new, first-time special guests to the Podcast. First up is silent film accompanist, blogger, podcaster and host of The Silent Comedy Watch Party, Ben Model. Then Patrick welcomes his second guest, another world-renowned silent film accompanist, composer and playwright, Neil Brand. Both guests discuss their Laurel and Hardy backstories and answer the Atoll question, as well as explain how they each went about composing a score for You’re Darn Tootin’.
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2021-10-092h 00
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast16. From Soup to Nuts (1928) & Anita Garvin Special with Randy SkretvedtIn Episode Sixteen, Patrick focuses on the classic silent short, From Soup to Nuts from 1928. Helping him to discuss the film is ever popular and ever-entertaining returning guest, Randy Skretvedt. In addition to talking about the picture, Randy also shares his memories of a key member of The Laurel & Hardy Stock Company, Anita Garvin.
To purchase a copy of Randy Skretvedt's, Laurel & Hardy: The Magic Behind the Movies, click here: https://amzn.to/2OuR5q2
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2021-09-041h 33
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast15. The Finishing Touch (1928) with Randy Skretvedt and Kyp HarnessIn a bumper Episode Fifteen, Patrick discusses the classic silent short from 1928, The Finishing Touch. This film was the first of Stan and Babe’s films where they appear as labourers with a job to do. Joining in the fun to discuss the films and much more besides are two very special guests, returning author, expert, and Laurel and Hardy historian, Randy Skretvedt, and first-time guest, Canadian singer, songwriter, and author of The Art of Laurel and Hardy, Kyp Harness.
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2021-08-051h 48
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 3: Edgar Kennedy Special with Bill CassaraActing as something of a bridge between Episodes Thirteen and Fifteen, this episode is a special bonus edition of the Podcast where the focus of discussion is a man who appeared in both Leave ‘Em Laughing and The Finishing Touch, Edgar Kennedy. Patrick chats with special guest and Edgar Kennedy’s biographer, Bill Cassara.
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2021-06-261h 04
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast13. Leave 'Em Laughing (1928) with Nico CartenstadtIn Episode Thirteen, Patrick chats with special guest, Nico Cartenstadt. As well as being a lifelong Laurel and Hardy fan, collector and Grand Sheik of Belgium’s Bogus Bandits Tent of the Sons of the Desert, Nico also co-wrote, Spot On! An Audiovisual Account of Laurel and Hardy’s 1952 British Tour with Michael Ehret. In addition to discussing the creation of the book, they also discuss the next film in the Laurel and Hardy canon, Leave ‘Em Laughing from 1928.
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2021-05-271h 21
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast12. The Battle of the Century (1928) with Randy SkretvedtIn this first-year anniversary episode, Patrick celebrates the Podcast’s first birthday with members of the Podcast's online Community and from the wider fan community too. The film in focus on Episode 12 is the restored and (almost) complete version of the boys’ 1928 silent short, The Battle of the Century. Discussing this classic comedy with him is returning guest, expert, and author of Laurel & Hardy: The Magic Behind the Movies, Randy Skretvedt.
Also included are clips from interviews with Jon Mirsalis, Anita Garvin and also a brief cameo by Bob Gassell from The Marx Brothers Council Podcast too.
2021-04-212h 13
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast11. Putting Pants on Philip (1927) with Glenn MitchellIn Episode Eleven, Patrick welcomes back to the podcast returning guest and Laurel & Hardy expert and author of ‘The Laurel & Hardy Encyclopedia’, Glenn Mitchell. Moving another step along the Laurel & Hardy film chronology, Patrick and Glenn have great fun discussing Stan and Babe’s 1927 silent short, Putting Pants on Philip, as well as taking a detailed look at one of the boys’ regular co-stars from their silent period, Dorothy Coburn.
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2021-03-151h 31
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 2: Laurel OR Hardy Blu-ray Release with Rob StoneOn this second bonus episode of The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, Patrick chats with Laurel & Hardy solo films expert and author Rob Stone. Returning to the Podcast for the first time since his appearance in Episode One, Rob chats with Patrick about the brand new Blu-ray release of restored Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy solo films. Patrick also takes the opportunity to ask his guest the infamous Atoll question!
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2021-02-0152 min
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast10. Hats Off! (1927) & Call of the Cuckoo (1927) with Randy SkretvedtThe tenth episode of the Podcast is the final part of two back-to-back episodes containing a fantastic interview with the author of Laurel & Hardy: The Magic Behind the Movies, Randy Skretvedt. In this continuation from Episode 9, Patrick chats with Randy about Stan and Babe's cameo appearance in the Max Davidson short, Call of the Cuckoo, and also their hugely important and equally frustrating 'lost' film, Hats Off. To finish, Patrick also asks Randy the infamous, Atoll question - but which desert island flicks will he choose to take with him?
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2021-01-261h 17
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast9. The Second Hundred Years (1927) with Randy SkretvedtEpisode Nine of the Podcast is the first of two episodes containing a fantastic interview with the author of Laurel & Hardy: The Magic Behind the Movies, Randy Skretvedt. In this first part, Patrick asks Randy about his Laurel & Hardy backstory and they also discuss the pivotal 1927 silent short, The Second Hundred Years.
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2020-12-242h 02
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast8. Sugar Daddies (1927) with Steve MassaIn Episode Eight of the Podcast, Patrick chats with returning guest, author, silent film historian and co-host of the Silent Comedy Watch Parties on YouTube, Steve Massa. Along with the discussion of today’s film in focus, ‘Sugar Daddies’ (1927), the first short released under Hal Roach’s new distribution deal with MGM, the conversation also includes some contextual information concerning the likes of Buster Keaton, Charlie Chaplin and Harold Lloyd too. Steve first appeared on the Podcast back in Episode Two, so this time Patrick has the chance to ask him the now infamous ‘Atoll question’!
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2020-11-241h 11
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastBonus 1: Laurel & Hardy Autographs with Mark HammondOn this special bonus episode of The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, Patrick chats to Laurel & Hardy fan and long-time memorabilia collector Mark Hammond about collecting Stan and Ollie’s autographs. We discuss tips on how to spot fakes and how to buy with confidence. As usual, Patrick asks his guest for their Laurel & Hardy backstory and also the infamous Atoll question!
For more information about Laurel & Hardy Autographs and spotting fakes visit: http://www.laurelandhardy.org/autographs.html
and http://www.laurelandhardy.org/buyerbewae2.htm
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2020-11-1348 min
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast7. Flying Elephants (1927) with Glenn MitchellEpisode Seven of the Podcast is the second of two episodes containing an interview with the author of The Laurel & Hardy Encyclopedia, Glenn Mitchell. In this final part, Patrick and Glenn talk about the 1927 silent short, ‘Flying Elephants’ and also discuss the life and career of one of the film’s stars, Viola Richard. In addition, we also hear from Bill Oates, the editor of the Sons of the Desert’s ‘Intra-Tent Journal’, as he gives his views on this silent oddity.
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2020-10-251h 20
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast6. Do Detectives Think? (1927) with Glenn Mitchell (Pt 1.)Episode Six of the Podcast is the first of two episodes containing an interview with the author of The Laurel & Hardy Encyclopedia, Glenn Mitchell. In this first part, Patrick and Glenn talk about Glenn’s Laurel & Hardy backstory, take a close look at the 1927 silent short, ‘Do Detectives Think?’ and the Tipton Slasher himself, Noah Young, as well as the now infamous ‘Atoll question’!
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2020-09-211h 13
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast5. Sailors Beware (1927) & Now I'll Tell One (1927), Hal Roach Special with Craig CalmanIn another packed episode, Patrick has not one but two special guests. First, he talks to author Craig Calman about his friendship and association with Hal Roach, followed by a conversation with award-winning documentary filmmaker James Forsher about his forthcoming feature-length documentary about the life and career of Hal Roach. There are another two audio blogs, focussing on the next two films in the Laurel & Hardy filmography, namely Sailors Beware! (1927) and Now I’ll Tell One (1927).
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2020-08-181h 35
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast4. Why Girls Love Sailors (1927) & With Love and Hisses (1927) with Chris SeguinIn a packed episode four, Patrick reviews the new blu-ray/DVD set, Laurel & Hardy: The Definitive Restorations and talks to Laurel & Hardy aficianado, Chris Seguin about the two films in focus, Why Girls Love Sailors (1927) and With Love and Hisses (1927). They also discuss the influence of silent comedy star Harry Langdon on Stan Laurel and also Chris' obsession with the boys' final screen appearance, the controversial, Atoll K.
To read the blog on Why Girls Love Sailors, click here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/2018/09/30/why-girls-love-sailors-1927/
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2020-07-161h 30
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast3. Slipping Wives (1927) & Love 'Em and Weep (1927) - Finlayson SpecialIn this third episode, Patrick talks with Stephen Rettie about his family connection to Laurel & Hardy co-star and fan favourite, James Finlayson. The episode charts Finlayson's history growing up in Larbert, Scotland and emigrating to California and becoming a global star. The two Laurel & Hardy films in focus are Slipping Wives (1927) and Love 'Em and Weep (1927), the latter being Finlayson's first role in the same film with both Laurel and Hardy.
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2020-06-131h 15
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast2. 45 Mins...(1926) & Duck Soup (1927) with Steve MassaIn this second episode Patrick talks with silent film historian, Steve Massa about his connections with the world of Laurel and Hardy. The two audio blogs focus on the next two films in the Laurel and Hardy canon, being 45 Minutes From Hollywood (1926) and Duck Soup (1927) and Steve gives his take on them both.
To read the blog on 45 Minutes From Hollywood click here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/2018/09/26/forty-five-minutes-from-hollywood-1926/
To read the blog on 'Duck Soup' click here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/2018/09/27/duck-soup-1927/
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2020-05-0300 min
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast1. The Lucky Dog (1921) with Rob StoneIn this very first episode of The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, host Patrick Vasey introduces the premise of the series and focuses on Laurel and Hardy's first appearance together on screen, 'The Lucky Dog' (1921). To help him to discuss the film, as well as Stan and Babe's solo careers is film archivist and groundbreaking author of Laurel OR Hardy, The Solo Films of Stan Laurel and Oliver 'Babe' Hardy, Rob Stone.
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2020-04-011h 08
The Laurel & Hardy PodcastL&H Blogcast - Teaser TrailerIntroducing The Laurel & Hardy Blogcast.
In each episode I'll be looking at and discussing the films of Laurel and Hardy, the world's best loved comedy duo. In addition, I have a great line up of special guests who will be joining me, from authors, experts, film archivists, officiandos and regular fans alike.
If you love Laurel and Hardy, this podcast series is for you! So, make sure you don't miss an episode by subscribing for free now...
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My name is Patrick Vasey and I've been a massive fan of Lau...
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