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The Life and Times of Hollywood.comAuthor Lon Davis talks about his new book Ma and Pa Kettle on Film. Great comedy and film storiesOur special guest today is author and film historian Lon Davis. We discuss his amazing new book, Ma and Pa Kettle on Film from Bear Manor Books. Now available on Amazon Their names alone can bring a smile to the face of any classic movie buff. Portrayed by veteran stage and screen actors Marjorie Main and Percy Kilbride, Ma and Pa first won the hearts of moviegoers in The Egg and I in 1947. Handily stealing the spotlight from the film’s nominal leads, the Kettles were given their own series. The resulting B-pictures were so successful that they reportedly saved Un...2021-04-151h 03

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comJoin us for a new season of The Life and Times of Hollywood podcastIt’s time for season two of our popular podcast. Last year with over 70 programs we had thousands of listeners. This year will be even more fun. On Monday we kicked the year off with our popular guest, Tea and Etiquette guru Ellen Easton and it is a fabulous hour that we hope you can listen to. Much more to come!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RickLertzman/support 2021-03-2304 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comEtiquette & the New Hollywood with Author Ellen EastonNew Podcast: Etiquette, Hollywood and Ellen Easton We start off season two of our podcast with one of our favorite and most popular guests-the renowned author, bon-vivant, tea and etiquette authority and consultant Ellen Easton. What a fun and fascinating program! We turn to our guru Ellen to look at the etiquette and style in Hollywood during and after the pandemic With the granddaddy of awards programs awaits us on Sunday, April 25th, many believe it will devolve into the obscene mix of Grammy Awards or the sloppiness of The Golden Globes where some award winners accepted their prize looking...2021-03-221h 16 $Gilbert Gottfried\'s Amazing Colossal Podcast$ Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal Podcast"Deconstructing the Rat Pack" with Rick LertzmanEntertainment historian and bestselling author RICK LERTZMAN ("The Life and Times of Mickey Rooney") discusses his new book, "Deconstructing the Rat Pack: Joey, the Mob, and the Summit" and joins Gilbert and Frank for a fascinating conversation about the heyday of nightclubs, the glory days of Las Vegas and the cultural impact of Frank, Dean, Sammy, Joey and Peter. Also, Uncle Miltie whips it out (again), Sammy Davis blows through a fortune, Pat McCormick tanks "The Joey Bishop Show" and Jerry Lewis runs afoul of Sam "Momo" Giancana. PLUS: Sheldon Leonard! Louis Prima inspires Ol' Blue Eyes! Don Adams "...2021-01-181h 42

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comRat Pack &The Mob. How the Mob used the Rat Pack to put Vegas on the map. 60th anniversaryAuthors Lon Davis and Richard Lertzman discuss their newest book, “Deconstructing The Rat Pack:Joey, The Mob and The Summit”. Peter Sheridan, London Daily Express I T’S BEEN 60 years since film classic Ocean’s 11 first propelled the Rat Pack’s rakish cocktail-hour swagger and perpetual partying into a cultural phenomenon. Their free-wheeling streetwise machismo embodied Sixties Mob-run Las Vegas with a penthouse suite-style that endures in culture, fashion and music to this day. Frank Sinatra was the Rat Pack’s chairman of the board, with his inseparable friends and drinking buddies crooner Dean Martin, entertainer Sammy Davis Jr, British actor Peter...2020-11-1800 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comTea and Etiquette expert Ellen Easton talks about Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton & moreEllen Easton, author of Afternoon Tea – Tips, Terms and Traditions (Red Wagon Press), a lifestyle and etiquette industry leader, keynote speaker and product spokesperson, is a hospitality, design, and retail consultant whose clients have included The Waldorf Astoria, Plaza Hotels and Bergdorf Goodman. Easton’s family traces their tea roots to the early 1800s when ancestors first introduced tea plants from India and China to the Colony of Cylon, this building one of the largest and best-cultivated tea estates on the island. Enjoy this large collection of Ellen Easton’s TEA TRAVELS™ articles and recipes covering the history, traditions, etiquette, protocol...2020-11-1700 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comNow on Kindle: Deconstructing the Rat Pack:Joey, The Mob & the Summit. 60th anniversary the Rat PackSixtieth Anniversary of The Rat Pack Explosive New Book Reveals ALL • Explosive New Book Reveals all the myths • Critics around the world laid the book including NY Post’s Cindy Adams, London Daily Express, Closer Magazine (cover), Los Angeles Review & more! • The true story of Frank, Dean, Sammy, Joey & Peter exposed! • Exclusive interviews with the Las Vegas mob bosses who helped create the group • Exclusive interviews with over 50 celebrities, writers, directors & more who know the inside story • Kindle now on sale. Book debuts December 2 at Amazon , B&an and bookstores worldwide • The inside story told by those who were there • For more info: Jef...2020-10-2600 min Deconstructing the Rat Pack: Joey, The Mob and the Summit (10/21/2020)"Deconstructing the Rat Pack: Joey, The Mob and the Summit" is a new look at the true creation of the group of entertainers that rocked the world. For twenty-eight consecutive nights in February 1960, a dusty town called Las Vegas became the epicenter of the world. All eyes were on the party happening at the Sands Hotel and Casino, the new headquarters for The Chairman of the Board― Frank Sinatra. NY TIMES bestselling author Richard A. Lertzman is a film historian and author. His books include his newest book, "The Dr. Feelgood Casebook" co- authored with William J. Birnes along with Dr...2020-10-231h 01

Richard Skipper CelebratesDeconstructing the Rat Pack: Joey, The Mob and the Summit (10/21/2020)"Deconstructing the Rat Pack: Joey, The Mob and the Summit" is a new look at the true creation of the group of entertainers that rocked the world. For twenty-eight consecutive nights in February 1960, a dusty town called Las Vegas became the epicenter of the world. All eyes were on the party happening at the Sands Hotel and Casino, the new headquarters for The Chairman of the Board― Frank Sinatra. NY TIMES bestselling author Richard A. Lertzman is a film historian and author. His books include his newest book, "The Dr. Feelgood Casebook" co- authored with William J. Birnes along with Dr...2020-10-231h 00

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comDeconstructing the Rat Pack: Joey, The Mob & The Summit now on special pre-sale price.Explosive Book"Deconstructing the Rat Pack: Joey, The Mob and the Summit" is a new look at the true creation of the group of entertainers that rocked the world. For twenty-eight consecutive nights in February 1960, a dusty town called Las Vegas became the epicenter of the world. All eyes were on the party happening at the Sands Hotel and Casino, the new headquarters for The Chairman of the Board― Frank Sinatra. In celebration of the Rat Pack's Sixtieth anniversary this book details the meteoric rise of this infamous group. For the first time, this outrageous, explosive tell-all book brings the inside scoop of...2020-10-1900 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comDeconstructing the Rat Pack:Joey,The Mob and The Summit authors Rick Lertzman&Lon Davis Rat PackThe podcast today featured authors Rick Lertzman & Lon Davis talk about their new Rat Pack book. The book in pre-sale is in the top 100 biographies! NY Post legendary Columnist Cindy Adams features new Rat Pack book in column Monday 10/12; Deconstructing The Rat Pack: Joey, The Mob and The Summit. (New York) The legendary columnist Cindy Adams “raves” about the new, outrageous, tell-all Rat Pack book from Prestige Press in her column today in her “feature box.” With much kudos to our wonderful friend, the worldwide known author and columnist , tea and etiquette guru Ellen Easton The book “Deconstructing The Rat Pack: Joey...2020-10-1300 min

Eric Mintel Investigates a.k.a Bucks County Paranormal InvestigationsDr. Feelgood! The Story of Dr. Max Jacobson.Jazzman and paranormal investigator Eric Mintel welcomed Bill Birnes, author and star of "Ancient Aliens" and Author Rick Lertzman on his show to talk about Bill and Rick's new book "Dr. Feelgood!" The story of Max Jacobson takes many twists and turns and you will be as shocked as I was to learn who were some of the Doctors patients. Recorded on Thursday August 13, 2020 via Zoom. Edited by Eric Mintel --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-mintel/support 2020-09-0825 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comThe Rat Pack Deconstructed:Joey; The Mob and The Summit.Incredible New Book -60th years of Rat PackNew Book. How the Mob turned Las Vegas into a world destination creating The Rat Pack-Sixty Years Ago. “Deconstructing The Rat Pack: Joey, The Mob and The Summit” Sixty years ago, in February of 1960, a carefully designed event was unveiled in Las Vegas, Nevada. Titled “The Summit” the spectacular would last over three weeks and would include the greatest entertainment icons of that era. Led by “The Chairman of the Board” Frank Sinatra it included his “pals” Dean Martin, Sammy Davis,Jr. , Joey Bishop and Kennedy brother-in-law Peter Lawford. Now a new book, Deconstructing The Rat Pack: Joey, The Mob and The Summit w...2020-09-0308 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comSinger Julie Budd talks Sinatra,Carson, Liberace,Merv,Joan Rivers,Peggy Lee,Judy Ed Sullivan moreOur podcast today is multi-talented superstar Julie Budd, in her over five decades in entertainment has worked with almost every great in show business, as we discover in our second visit with her. Her stories are absolutely amazing about working with Frank Sinatra, Peggy Lee, Ed Sullivan, Johnny Carson, Liberace, Danny Thomas, Merv Griffin, Joan Rivers, and countless more . We also talk about her work in films, stage and stage.What an amazing podcast… [ 1,243 more word ] https://thelifeandtimesofhollywood.com/our-second-podcast-with-the-amazing-julie-budd-talks-about-frank-sinatra-peggy-lee-ed-sullivan-johnny-carson-joan-rivers-liberace-danny-thomas-marvin-hamlisch-more-discovered-by-merv-griffin/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this pod...2020-07-291h 15

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comSinger Steve Maglio sounds reminiscent of Sinatra concerts Frankie Valli, Wayne Newton,movies, playOur guest is singer Steven Maglio whose sound is reminiscent of the great Frank Sinatra. THE NEW YORK TIMES said of Steve, “Steven Maglio does not have blue eyes, but with his smooth croon & Rat Pack swagger, listeners just might imagine they were at the Copa Room at the Sands in 1963.” While Steven Maglio is a singer of standards. Although he is especially appreciated for his renditions of songs made popular by Frank Sinatra, he is NOT an impersonator. https://www.stevenmaglio.com/home THE BEGINNING I was born in East Harlem, N.Y. on December 25, 1958. In 1966, we moved to the...2020-07-2849 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comOver 50 podcasts and 5000 stories are the TheLifeandTimesofHollywood.com.Just a short mention about the over 5000 stories and over 50 podcasts you can find when you explore our free website: TheLifeandTimesofHollywood.com. Also, please show your support by purchasing our newest bestselling book, The Dr. Feelgood Casebook at Amazon.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RickLertzman/support 2020-07-2203 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comLee Roy Reams- Broadway Star talks Merman,Bacall,Fosse,Verdon,Ginger Rogers,Champion,Mel Brooks etcOur guest is Broadway superstar Lee Roy Reams (born August 23, 1942) is an American musical theatre actor, singer, dancer, choreographer, and director. He has been a star on Broadway since 1964. Lee Reams Actor, singer, dancer, choreographer, director Years active 1966–present Born in Covington, Kentucky, Reams earned a Master of Arts degree and was awarded an honorary doctorate from the Conservatory of Music at the University of Cincinnati.[1] He made his Broadway debut in Sweet Charity in 1966. Reams was nominated for both the Tony and Drama Desk Awards as Best Featured Actor in a Musical for his performance in the original production of...2020-07-131h 06

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comArranger/Pianist/Performer Tedd Firth discusses Liza Minnelli to Tom Wopat, to Prez Bush & ObamaOur guest is Tedd Firth was born on November 16, 1976 and grew up in Hudson Falls, NY. Raised in a musical family, (parents Pam and Ted were both music teachers and performing musicians in the area, brother Patrick is also a musician) Tedd began playing the piano at an early age and started taking lessons when he was five. Tedd's jazz piano studies began as a teenager with Lee Shaw in Albany, NY. Following graduation from Hudson Falls High School in 1994, Tedd attended William Paterson University in Wayne, NJ, receiving a BM in jazz piano performance in 1998. He went on to...2020-07-1352 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comHarvey Korman’s son, Chris Korman discusses his dad’s career, Carol Burnet,Mel Brooks,Tim Conway ETCOur guest today is Chris Korman, who was the son of the legendary comic performer, Harvey Korman (The Danny Kaye Show, The Carroll Burnett Show, Blazing Saddles, High Anxiety and much more. Chris also talks about his career as an advocate and speaker for and supporter of the Learning Disabilities Association of America. Closer Weekly 2 Jun 2017 “My dad taught me not to use his fame as my measuring stick,” says Chris, with Harvey and son Scott in 2005. Growing up, Chris Korman couldn’t wait for Friday nights. Starting around 1972, he and older sister Maria would go to CBS and have dinner...2020-07-021h 06

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comAmazing Julie Budd talks working with Sinatra, Carson,Liberace, Burnett backstage storiesPODCAST: THE AMAZING JULIE BUDD: FROM ED SULLIVAN, JOHNNY CARSON, APPEARING WITH FRANK SINATRA, JOAN RIVERS, LIBERACE, DANNY THOMAS, MARVIN HAMLISCH MORE! DISCOVERED BY MERV GRIFFIN, BROADWAY, FILMS, TV, RECORDING ARTIST-SUPERSTAR PERFORMER Our podcast guest is none other than JULIE BUDD, who is one of the most exciting singers in music today. Since her career began, she has appeared on some of the most prestigious stages in the world and alongside some of the most illustrious stars in performance history. This unique experience coupled with her own dazzling musical gifts, provide Julie with the rare opportunity of bringing something fresh...2020-07-011h 34

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comBrent Seguine returns for the story of Curly with the 3 Stooges. From his success to tragic fall.Our return guest is the amazing Stooges guru Brent Seguine who is a true scholar of the Three Stooges. Today in his return visit, Brent talks all about Curly and his joining the team, at Columbia for the start of the shorts, his being a Mamyboy, his fun immaturity and his sad declining years and death at 48 after struggling for years after a stroke at 43 on set. Brent who writes for the Three Stooges Journal and has helped with the wonderful museum in Philadelphia dedicated to the team called the Stoogeum. (Gary Lassin). Brent sets the record straight and breaks...2020-07-011h 26

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comDennis Berry,Host,Author,Life Coach talks about Life during this turmoil Host of Funky Brain PodcastOur wonderful podcast guest is Dennis Berry who is the host of The Funky Brain Podcast is the brain child of Dennis Berry; keynote speaker, author, and coach based in Colorado. This podcast is dedicated to entertaining and inspiring anybody interested in an intelligent, but fun and funky approach to life. We have been a recent guest on Dennis' wonderful podcast, which is available on YouTube He has an amazing inspiring story rooted in his recovery from alcoholism and addiction, moving into his successes and failures in life in finance, romance, and health, which he shares openly in a unique...2020-06-3055 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comWorld renowned Etiquette & Tea legend Ellen Easton:From Downton Abbey, Hepburn, Julian Fellowes moreOur podcast guest is the highly regarded Ellen Easton, who is the author of Afternoon Tea – Tips, Terms and Traditions (Red Wagon Press), a lifestyle and etiquette industry leader, keynote speaker and product spokesperson, is a hospitality, design, and retail consultant whose clients have included The Waldorf Astoria, Plaza Hotels and Bergdorf Goodman. Easton’s family traces their tea roots to the early 1800s when ancestors first introduced tea plants from India and China to the Colony of Cylon, this building one of the largest and best-cultivated tea estates on the island. Enjoy this large collection of Ellen Easton’s TEA TR...2020-06-161h 08

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comSpecial Episode:Marilyn Monroe& JFK in Blockbuster new book,The Dr. Feelgood Casebook debuts AmazonHOW ELIZABETH TAYLOR'S LIFE WAS SAVED BY DR. FEELGOOD https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0892HSYCL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_h343Eb8VTP5NH In the new blockbuster book, The Dr. Feelgood Casebook, the story how Dr. Max Jacobson AKA Dr. Feelgood saved Elizabeth Taylor's life. Elizabeth Taylor was once pronounced dead four times. Elizabeth Taylor said “Once I didn’t breathe for five minutes, which must be a record." She was discussed the calamitous making of her film Cleopatra. She was talked about her health scare of March 1961, when, wracked with what her doctors called “Asian flu,”...2020-06-1509 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comGroucho! Frank Ferrante the star (30 years) in “An Evening With Groucho” All About Groucho MarxFree PODCAST: Frank Ferrante: Star of Award Winning “Groucho” one man show for over 30 years! The 21st Century Groucho-- Frank Ferrante! Our guest on the podcast is the talented Frank Ferrante, an award-winning actor and director, who has made a name for himself as one of the best Groucho Marx impersonators in the world. He was discovered by Groucho's son, Arthur, while he was a drama student at the University of Southern California. Since then, he has performed as Groucho more than 2,500 times in more than 400 cities. Http://GrouchoMarx.com More at our free blog and podcast https://thelifeandtimesofhollywood.com/free...2020-06-141h 02

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comSpecial: Blockbuster new book: The Dr. Feelgood CasebookGEORGE CLOONEY, DR. MICHAEL BADEN, PRESIDENT TRUMP, PRINCESS LEE RADZIWILL (JACKIE’s Sister), EDDIE FISHER, GORE VIDAL & MORE TALK ABOUT DR. FEELGOOD The Dr. Feelgood Casebook: Max Jacobson: Einstein or Frankenstein? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0892HSYCL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_h343Eb8VTP5NH READ WHAT THE ICONS SAY IN the new blockbuster, "The Dr. Feelgood Casebook": George Clooney: "My aunt, Rosemary Clooney, let Dr. Feelgood nearly destroy her life." President Donald J. Trump: "Everybody went to Dr. Feelgood." Dr. Michael Baden, who just did the autopsy on George Floyd and was NYC Chief Medical Ex...2020-06-1104 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comComic Sandy Hackett remembers his father Buddy Hackett &Frank, Dean& Sammy; Vegas mobster Moe DalitzPODCAST: COMIC SANDY HACKETT. Son of Buddy Hackett; TOURS WITH RAT PACK SHOW. SANDY REMEMBERS HIS FATHER Our guest on the podcast is comedian Sandy Hackett who is the son of the legendary Buddy Hackett. Sandy worked with his Dad and learned the business with his father watching closely. Sandy first appeared with his Dad on Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In at age of 11. Sandy remembers growing up with his talented father. Sandy now stars in a highly touted stage show based on The Rat Pack where Sandy portrays Joey Bishop, who always wanted Sandy to play him... More at our free...2020-06-101h 00

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comJodie & Billy Sinclair: New Book-“Love Behind Bars: The True Story of an American Prisoner’s Wife.PODCAST: Jodie and Billy Sinclair tell their Powerful, Poignant Story of Love, Courage, and Redemption from Death Row, Where an Indomitable Woman Challenged Corruption in Order to Free her Husband Love Behind Bars : The True Story of an American Prisoner's Wife by Jodie Sinclair Our guests are Jodie and Billy Sinclair. Their book tells The Powerful, Poignant Story of Love, Courage, and Redemption from Death Row, Where an Indomitable Woman Challenged Corruption in Order to Free her Husband When TV reporter Jodie Sinclair went to the Louisiana State Penitentiary, also known as the Death House at Angola, in 1981, she expected...2020-06-051h 01

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comSinger Deana Martin daughter of Dean Martin talks about Dad,Uncle Frank(Sinatra),Uncle Sammy(Davis)Our guest today on the podcast is the wonderfully talented Deana Martin. Deana talks about her Dad (Dean Martin), her Uncle Frank(Sinatra), Uncle Sammy (Davis) and her amazing career as an acclaimed singer. DeanaMartin.com Deana Martin is a world-class entertainer who is equally comfortable with a celebrated symphony, at a legendary concert hall or on an intimate cabaret stage with a swinging jazz quintet. She’s a New York Times best-selling author, a gifted actor, a vocalist of incredible depth and passion and a licensed pilot More at our free blog and podcast https://thelifeandtimesofhollywood.com/podcast-singer-deana-martin-daughter-of-dean-martin-new-album-great-book-about-dad/ --- Th...2020-06-0342 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comDirector/writer/actor Carl Gottlieb. Wrote Jaws, The Jerk, Which Way is Up, Smothers Brothers moreCarl became a member, in the 1960s, of the San Francisco improvisational comedy troupe "The Committee". They made one feature film: A Session with the Committee. He began writing comedy for TV, contributing to The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour for which he won an Emmy Award in 1969, The Music Scene, The Bob Newhart Show, All in the Family, and The Odd Couple. Minor acting roles have included Robert Altman's M*A*S*H and the film Clueless. Carl also co write The Jerk for Steve Martin Gottlieb also cowrote David Crosby's two autobiographies, 1989's Long Time Gone and 2006's Since...2020-05-271h 20

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comThe Dr. Feelgood Casebook: Explosive New Book Debuts:JFK &Jackie,Marilyn,Pope Pius XII,Radziwill etcNow, for the first time in his own words in *The Dr. Feelgood Casebook,* Doctor Max Jacobson, code-named “Dr. Feelgood” by the Secret Service under President John F. Kennedy, writes about his own life, his patients, and his “magic” formula that addicted not only JFK, but Elvis, Marilyn Monroe, and celebrities from all walks of life to his methamphetamine injections. In addition, Dr. Feelgood’s own patients describe their dealings with the man who brought the meth epidemic to America. Through interviews with celebrities and notable individuals, including Dr. Michael Baden, Eddie Fisher, Gore Vidal, and Joey Bishop, the authors reveal Jac...2020-05-2148 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comThree Stooges Historian Brent Seguine looks at the birth of The Three StoogesOur guest is Brent Seguine who is a true scholar of the Three Stooges. Brent, who writes for the Three Stooges Journal and has helped with the wonderful museum in Philadelphia dedicated to the team called the Stoogeum. (Gary Lassin). Brent sets the record straight and breaks many popular myths about the creation of the stooges. Brent tells about Ted Healy and the true start of the team. Brent’s research has provided us with this fascinating historical look at the creation of our favorite comedy team. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a pod...2020-05-131h 09

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comFilmmaker Roger Memos on his film Marsha Hunt’s Sweet Adversity and the Golden Age of HollywoodPODCAST: Filmmaker Roger Memos’ documentary: “Marsha Hunt’s Sweet Adversity” The Golden Age of Hollywood, Communist Blacklist and more. Stories that include Marsha Hunt nearly landing the role of Melanie in Gone With the Wind; star at MGM What a treat for our listeners in this podcast with filmmaker Roger Memos that explores the Golden Age of Hollywood through the eyes of actress Marsha Hunt, who is still thriving at 102. Her story, told beautifully by Roger Memos in his marvelous documentary, Marsha Hunt’s Sweet Adversity now playing on Amazon Prime. Here is a review from… More at our free blog and pod...2020-05-101h 17

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comComic Barry Diamond talks about appearing on Seinfeld,Curb & with Tom Hanks in Bachelor PartyPODCAST: Comedian Barry Diamond talks about co-starring in Bachelor Party (w/Tom Hanks); Seinfeld; Curb Your Enthusiasm (w/Larry David) much more Our guest is comedian Barry Diamond who went from his first appearance appearing with the Allman Brothers at his college in Alabama to working with comics such as Jerry Seinfeld, Bill Maher, Jay Leno, Billy Crystal and others in the New York comedy clubs such as Catch a Rising Star to The Improv to appearances in film and television From BarryDiamond.com-Barry Diamond November 14 1951- ? Born and raised in a small log cabin in the Bronx New York...2020-05-1034 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comMickey Rooney’s daughter Kelly Rooney remembers her father,Judy Garland & tragic death of her motherOur podcast guest is the wonderful Kelly Rooney, who is the oldest daughter of Mickey Rooney. Mickey had eight children including Kelly, Mickey Jr., the late Timmy, the late Teddy, Kerry, Kimmy, Michael and Jonelle). Kelly has kept her father’s memory alive as the story below discusses. Kelly has also been one of the the angel’s behind a foundation called Kasem Cares and is trying to fight against elder abuse. Twenty two states have fought to give visitation rights to children of elderly that has passed laws protecting the children in 22 states. She recently was at the White Hous...2020-05-0954 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comAuthor Meredith Ponedel’s aunt Dottie Ponedel-confidant & make-up artist to Garland,Dietrich,GableOur guest is Meredith Ponedel the author of “ABOUT FACE The Life and Times of Dottie Ponedel: Make-up Artist to the Stars” by Dorothy Ponedel, Meredith Ponedel, and Danny Miller Dottie Ponedel knows how to amuse with rouge. Her autobiography, the story of a pioneering make-up woman in silent movies and early talkies, puts a new foundation on the stars from the Golden Age of movies. Sinners and saints without greasepaint make for memorable close-ups. Enjoy Dottie’s confidential revelations about Judy Garland, Marlene Dietrich, Mae West, Carole Lombard, Clark Gable, Gary Cooper, Joan Blondell, Paulette Goddard, Barbara Stanwyck, and others...2020-04-291h 05

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comBonus!!!Author Jordan Young Remembers Walter Matthau withJack Lemmon and Billy WilderBonus Jordan Young remembers a great story with Walter Matthau, Jack Lemmon and Billy Wilder. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RickLertzman/support 2020-04-2904 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comAuthor Jordan Young talk Jack Benny meets Woody Allen,Matthau&Lemmon&Wilder,Polanski,Marty FeldmanAn amazing hour in talking about great icons Jordan had interviewed and written about including Jack Benny, Woody Allen, Marty Feldman, Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, Billy Wilder, Maureen O’Hara, Roman Polanski, and many other performers, writers, directors. Jordan tells amazing backstage stories. Not to be missed Jordan R. Young is a journalist, show business historian, playwright and theatre critic. His work has appeared in The Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Christian Science Monitor, Los Angeles Magazine, Westways, AAA Tour Books, and The People’s Almanac. His books include Spike Jones Off the Record, The...2020-04-281h 37

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comAuthor Matthew Hahn Talks about his books about Marx Brothers and Peter Lorre.Our guest is Matthew Hahn is the author of The Animated Marx Brothers and The Animated Marx Brothers is an award-winning animated filmmaker, a published cartoonist, a lifelong rescuer of animals, and a pioneering Maryland brewer. He endowed Freedonia/Marxonia, an annual Marx Brothers festival in Fredonia, NY, with his wife Cheri. They live in suburban Washington, DC with Thelma Todd. Matthew is also the author of The Animated Peter Lorre. Fans of Peter Lorre – rejoice! It’s here! The book you’ve been waiting for – a 395-page filmography of all the caricatures of the legendary actor in animated cartoons. Written...2020-04-2736 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comMonty Aidem wrote for Sinatra, Dino, Carson, Vicki, Robin Williams more.As a young comedy writer, Monty wrote for Johnny Carson, Bob Hope, Dean Martin and. . .Frank Sinatra. Monty Aidem first entertained audiences on the radio, in cities including Atlanta, San Francisco, and Philadelphia, and during that time he also wrote topical comedy material for leading radio personalities across America. Eventually, he moved to Los Angeles and became a TV comedy writer. His first TV writing job was on a revival of the ground-breaking series "Laugh-In", with the revival introducing a little-known performer named Robin Williams. Monty went on to write for stars including Bob Hope, John Wayne, and Dean Martin...2020-04-261h 04

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comDavid Bruskin-Behind the Three Stooges: The White Brothers. Jules White,Stooges &Columbia StudiosPODCAST:David N. Bruskin Behind the Three Stooges: The White Brothers. Jules White, the Stooges and Columbia Studios. Our guest is Author/film story analyst David N. Bruskin is the author of a book in conjunction with the Director Guild. “Behind the Three Stooges: The White Brothers: Conversations With David N. Bruskin” is a legendary history of the White Brothers who were true comedy film pioneers. For people who can’t get enough reading about the Stooges, for those who care about how the shorts department of a major studio functioned, and for a look at B-filmmaking from men who were i...2020-04-251h 06

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comFaster than a speeding bullet!Journalist/comic historian Mike Sangiacomo on creation of SupermanLongtime journalist/comic columnist and historian Mike Sangiacomo talks about how Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster created Superman at 18 years old in Cleveland in 1938 and sold it to DC Comics for a $130 a week job. Mike tells about how they created Superman, the influences in creating the character of Superman, Lois Lane, Metropolis, the Daily Planet and more. Mike, who helped create the Siegel & Schuster society tells how he has been a part of bringing recognition to Superman’s creators and more. https://thelifeandtimesofhollywood.com/podcast-superman-journalist-comic-book-historian-mike-sangiacomo-talks-about-the-creation-of-superman-and-its-creators-jerry-siegel-and-joe-shuster-much-more/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. htt...2020-04-1757 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comDirector/Producer Donna Kanter discusses her film Lunch w/Sid Caesar, Carl Reiner, Hal Kanter moreWriter/Director/Producer Donna Kanter has produced countless realty series, dramatic films and documentaries. As the daughter of legendary writer/director\producer Hal Kanter (Elvis fins to the Rose Tattoo to the groundbreaking tv series Julia and Jimmy Stewart Show talks about growing up in Hollywood, her father and her father’s 40 year of lunches with some of the greatest comics and comedy writers in her documentary LUNCH. At those lunches would be Sid Caesar, Carl Reiner, Monty Hall, Ben Starr, Garry Owens, Shelly Berman, director Arthur Hiller, MASH writer John Rapaport, Rocky Kalish and many others. Donna filmed these hy...2020-04-171h 18

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comAdvertising/PR Guru Terry Motley talks use of humor in commercials/videos based on classic comicsTerry Motley of MotleyPR.com talks about how he uses the comedy of the Marx Brothers, Keaton, Stooges and more in creating commercials and videos to sell products, services even in resumes. Terry looks at how Taco Bell to Progressive insurance use comedy to sell its product. Terry said “People don’t read, say it with video!” It’s an interesting look at how humor is used to sell products based on classic comedy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RickLertzman/support 2020-04-1637 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comAuthor Mark Dawidziak talks about Columbo,Twilight Zone, Kolchak:The Night Stalker, Shawshank & moreAuthor/journalist Mark Dawidziak who has written several books on television (he was the longtime TV critic/columnist for the Beacon Journal and the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Mark has written iconic books such as the ColumboPhiles, Twilight Zone, Kolchak:The Night Stalker, Shawshank Redemption, along with books on Mark Twain and others. He tells great stories about how he befriended Peter Falk and became his creative consumer on Columbo. It is a fascinating podcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RickLertzman/support 2020-04-161h 41

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comAuthor Bill Cassara talks Three Stooges &Ted Healy & Vernon Dent,Edgar Kennedy- L&H,Marx Bros moreOur guest is author Bill Cassara who has four books on great performers such as Ted Healy who helped create the Three Stooges, Great comic Edgar Kennedy who starred with the Marx Brothers, Laurel & Hardy, was an original Keystone Cop & more, Vernon Dent who was in countless Three Stooges as their foil and villain actor Henry Brandon. If you love comedy, you’ll enjoy this fun episode with a respected film historian and author --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RickLertzman/support 2020-04-151h 16

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comEmmy winning writer/producer Phoef Sutton talks about 8 yrs on Cheers,Newhart,DeNiro,Janet EvanovichA great podcast with a true renaissance man-writer/producer/novelist/director Phoef Sutton. In our hour talk, Phoef talks about working with Bob Newhart, his eight years as an Emmy award winning writer/Executive Producer of Cheers- and about Ted Danson, Kelsey Grammer, George Wendy and more. Phoef remembers working on News Radio, writing the hit feature film, “The Fan” starring Robert DeNiro amd Wesley Snopes, writing the film- “Mrs. Winterbourne”, writing best selling books with Jabet Evanovich, his current series Darrow & Darrow with Kimberly Williams- Paisley, his great podcast Film Freaks Forever and much more. It’s a fun, fast movin...2020-04-1559 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comAuthor Ron DeFore-son of film/tv star Don DeFore-Mr. B of Hazel,Thorny -Ozzie&HarrietOur guest is author Ron DeFore who wrote Growing up in Disneyland about his magical childhood as the son of tv and film star Don DeFore. DeFore was in 35 movies, was co-star of the Ozzie & Harriet Show as Thorny, Mr Baxter of Hazel with Shirley Booth, and friend of Walt Disney and owned the Don DeFore Silver Banjo Restaurant in Disneyland. Ron also worked for Steve Allen and grew up as Hollywood royalty. A great, fun podcast about a nostalgic time. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support t...2020-04-141h 11

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comDick DeBartolo of Mad Magazine,The Match Game to Tell the Truth,What’s My Line, The Giz Wiz & moreOur guest, Dick DeBartolo, has made his mark as a satirist, a writer, a game show writer and producer, and as a giz wiz on programs that include Regis Philbin to ABC World News Now. Dick saved Match Game from cancellation, was the “Maddest of Mad” writers for over 50 years, is the “Giz Wiz” on ABC News (currently), was a guest programmer with Robert Osborne on TCM, was the longtme creative consultant for Goodson & Todman for 18 years on shows such as Match Game, To Tell the Truth, What’s My :Line, Tattletales. ad many others. This is a special hour with the m...2020-04-1356 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comEverything SHEMP.Author Geoff Dale talks about upcoming bio of Shemp Howard.3 Stooges,WC Fields, A&Today's guest is journalist Geoff Dale who is based in Ontario, Canada. Geoff has been researching a book on Shemp Howard for three years. It will be published, possibly later this year by Bear Manor Media. Geoff talks everything Shemp and let's the listeners learn some great new information he discovered in his research. Geoff, as a veteran journalist for several newspapers, has done extensive research and has interviewed countless current comedians such as magician Penn Jillette about the influence of Shemp on current comedians. This is a fun podcast if you love the Three Stooges, Abbott & Costello, W. C...2020-04-101h 10

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comComic Bobby Slayton talks dinner with Woody Allen,doing Curb w/Larry David,Robin Williams, moreFunny! Famed comic/actor Bobby Slayton, known as the “Pitbull of Comedy” or “Yid Viscious” talks about doing 3 Woody Allen films (including Wonder Wheel and Amazon’s Crisis in Six Scenes (with Woody Allen, Elaine May and Miley Cyrus), his dinner with Woody Allen, starring in an episode of this season’s Curb Your Enthusiasm with Larry David, Richard Lewis and Jeff Garlin as Carl who has a wife (Jane Krakowski) with a magical vagina; starting off in San Francisco with comics Robin Williams, Dana Carvey, Kevin Pollak, Paula Poundstone and others. This is a hysterical hour with one of the hardest...2020-04-1048 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comTelevision Director Howard Murray (Big Bang Theory,King of Queens,Grace Under Fire)son of Jan MurPODCAST: Noted TV Director Howard Murray (Big Bang Theory, King of Queens, Grace Under Fire, many more) talks his career, his father famed comic Jan Murray and growing up with Sinatra, Berle, Rickles, Buddy Hackett, Jerry Lewis, Sid Caesar and more. An amazing hour --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RickLertzman/support 2020-04-081h 11

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comAuthor Steve Randisi talk about Merv Griffin,Blondie (Penny Singleton), Dagwood (Arthur Lake) & moreAuthor Steve Randisi talks about his new book, The Merv Griffin Show: The Inside Story. From 1962 to 1986, The Merv Griffin Showflourished as one of television’s most popular variety/talk shows, offering thousands of celebrated personalities from all walks of life. The Merv Griffin Show: The Inside Story takes you behind the scenes of this iconic program through exclusive interviews with the producers, writers, talent coordinators, and publicists who helped sustain Steve talks about Merv, Blondie and Dagwood and much more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support thi...2020-04-071h 23

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comAuthors Jeff Abraham & Burt Kearns Talk Death of Show Biz greats on stage in “The Show Won’t Go On”Our guests, publicist and pop historian Jeff Abraham and documentary producer & journalist Burt Kearns are like most of us who love to hear the grisly details. Many of us who love entertainment have a morbid curiosity of the stories about entertainers who died doing what they love. Jeff and Burt have dug up and drilled down on the deaths of performers such as Dick Shawn, Karl Wallenda, Tiny Tim, Harry Einstein and many more who died performing. This is a book that offers all the juicy backstories and aftermath of these events. They created a fascinating book that satisfies your...2020-04-0659 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comHerbie J. Pilato: TV Host (Then Again on Amazon Prime)author (Mary Tyler Moore,Elizabeth MontgomeryHerbie J Pilato is a TV host, writer, producer, performer, and entertainment executive who has worked on several television shows including Bravo’s hit five-part series, The 100 Greatest TV Characters, Bewitched: The E! True Hollywood Story (the seventh-highest rated True Hollywood Story in E!’s history), A&E’s Biography of Lee Majors, TLC’s Behind the Fame specials on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, The Bob Newhart Show, Hill Street Blues, and L.A. Law, among others. Herbie J has also served as a consulting producer and on-screen cultural commentator on various classic TV DVD documentaries for Sony, NBCUniversal, and Warner Bros., incl...2020-04-0448 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comSinger/Dancer/Pianist and Cabaret superstar Mark Nadler. Fascinating Podcast!Thanks Our podcast guest is cabaret superstar Mark Nadler. Mark is one of the most multi-talented performers and a throwback to the great entertainers such as Durante, Danny Kaye and Donald O’Connor. Mark dances, is a singer and a classically trained pianist, composer, writes plays and is a master showman. He is a dynamo of energy and has won 14 awards including a Drama Desk Award. Mark discusses his career and is quite an historian of musical theater. It is a fascinating interview on the podcast of one of the gems of New York City. Mark also was invited by th...2020-04-0436 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comTalk Show Host and Author Bill Boggs discusses Sinatra,Mick Jagger,Trump, more. New book, New ShowOur guest is the legendary talk show host and author Bill Boggs. For nearly 50 years, Bill has interviewed the greats on his talks shows that include Midday Live (for 11 years) in New York City, Bill Boggs Corner Table on The Food Network, My Generation on PBS, Comedy Tonight (syndicated) and others. He has also written several best selling books. Bill also has a new talk show that starts today (Friday) with Lucie Arnaz. His new book is “The Adventures of Spike the Wonder Dog as Told to Bill Boggs” and much more! Hear about it on this wonderful podcast --- This...2020-04-0335 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comBombastic Bushkin. Author/Attorney/Producer Henry Bushkin-Johnny Carson’s wrote “Johnny Carson”Henry Bushkin who for nearly twenty years was Johnny Carson’s attorney, business adviser, friend & confidant and fixer talks all about Johnny Carson Bushkin who wrote The NY Times bestselling book, “Johnny Carson” tell the inside scoop on Johnny. He tells incredible stories about Carson, his relationship with Ed McMahon, his wives, and much more. What an amazing program- Henry is a wonderful raconteur and also discusses his future projects which include a series on Johnny and a Vegas musical based on his life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app ...2020-04-021h 08

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comJohn Davidson, star of Hollywood Squares, That’s Incredible,The Tonight Show,movies,television,stageJohn was both the guest and host of Hollywood Squares, That’s Incredible, The $100,000 Pyramid, The Girl with Something Extra (with Sally Field), The John Davidson Show (talk show) along with movies such as The Happiest Millionaire (with Fred MacMurray) to Edward Scissorhands and much more. John talks about everything Paul Lynde to Bert Lahr to Tim Burton. This is a shoe you cannot miss. An incredible treat! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RickLertzman/support 2020-04-0140 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comActor/Author/Comedian Nick Santa Maria talks about 3 Stooges, A&C, the Producers, Biffle & ShoosterThe versatile and multi-talented Nick Santa Maria is our guest. Nick, who starred in The Producers, originated the Genie in Aladdin on Broadway, author of the upcoming book- The Annotated Abbott and Costello and has a great online comedy course & more talks The Producers, The Three Stooges, Abbott & Costello, Laurel and Hardy and even does amazing imitations. A fun program that should not be missed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RickLertzman/support 2020-04-0141 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comAuthor Geoffrey Mark talks about Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz (The Lucy Book),Ella Fitzgerald & MarilynAuthor, performer, comedy writer,singer - the multi-talented Geoffrey Mark is our guest. Geoffrey, who wrote The Lucy Book and the upcoming revised Lucy Book talks all about Lucy, Desi and more in great inside stories. Also , Geoffrey’s talks about his new book “Ella: A Biography of Legendary Ella Fitzgerald.” And tells an amazing story of how Marilyn Monroe got Ella accepted in the exclusive Los Angeles nightclubs and more. It’s an amazing hour --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RickLertz...2020-03-311h 00

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comConcert Pianist and Performer Richard Glazier Star of PBS Specials on Film MusicThis is a special podcast with our friend Richard Glazier. Richard has been the star of 3 PBS Specials (so far) on great movie music. He appears worldwide in concerts that celebrate film music. He visited Ira Gershwin at 12 years old, interviewed great stars including Mickey Rooney and much more you will learn on this podcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RickLertzman/support 2020-03-3041 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comTalking about the Life and Times.com podcastA short 8 minute podcast that goes behind the scenes at The Life and Times of Hollywood with host Rick Lertzman. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RickLertzman/support 2020-03-2808 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comDr. William J Birnes, NY Times Bestselling author, host/producer of UFO Hunters (History Channel),Bill Birnes is a NY Times best selling author, host/producer of UFO Hunters on the History Channel, Ancient Aliens, co-star of the film Communion, books include The Riverman (Ted Bundt), The Day After Rowell, the current Edison vs. Tesla and countless other books(see Wikipedia) He currently is appearing with William Shatner on The Unexpected. His newest book he co-authored (with Rick Lertzman) is The Doctor Feelgood Casebook. Bill is also the nephew of George Burns and godson of Jack Benny. This is an interesting hour! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a p...2020-03-2755 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comAuthor, comedian , film historian and raconteur Lon DavisLon Davis who has written books on the 3 Stooges (Stooges Among Us) , Francis X Bushman , Silent Lives (biographer of silent stars) a great new documentary on Francis X Bushman with the Niles/Essany Film Museum and much more! Lon talks about the Stooges, George Burns, Carol Channing and his newest bestselling book, Chase! a Tribute to the Keystone Cops now on Amazon in hardcover or Ebook. It’s a fascinating talk --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RickLertzman/support 2020-03-261h 20

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comVisiting with Ellen Easton, author, iconic etiquette and tea expert, bon vivacity and witEllen Easton has lived the life that many will envy. From meeting and getting to know icons like Katharine Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor, Mickey Rooney and countless others, being behind the Waldorf Astoria Tea Room, the author of countless books and etiquette, a consultant on Downton Abbey- Ellen is a prettier version of Elsa Maxwell --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RickLertzman/support 2020-03-2545 min

The Life and Times of Hollywood.comThe Life and Times of Hollywood.com (Trailer)--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RickLertzman/support 2020-03-2500 min

Woody & CompanyNew group wants to put sports betting on the November ballotRick Lertzman from Open Ohio says that if the state limits sports gambling to just casinos and racetracks, it will really hurt small and local businesses in the fall when people stop coming to watch football.2018-05-1706 min

Future Theater (2010-2016)Future Theater With Rick Lertzman, Joel MartinTonight we’re going to have a fun panel discussion about Nancy Reagan and her interest in astrology, featuring an exclusive interview with Nancy Reagan and our friend Richard Lertzman. The paranormal has always been present in the White House. In addition, the wonderful Joel Martin joins us tonight to explain why. Rick Lertzman Rick Lertzman’s latest books are Dr. Feelgood (Skyhorse, 2013), the biography of Dr. Max Jacobson and his influence on President and Jackie Kennedy and Richard Nixon and the War on Drugs, and The Life and Times of Mickey Rooney (Gallery, 2014), both of which were cowritten with Bill...2016-06-112h 06