Episodes

Ida Lupino: As we recognize Women’s History Month, we’ll talk about Ida Lupino in this episode. She was a pioneer for women in filmmaking… women in all industries, really… when she wanted to reach farther than acting. She wan...

Edie Sedgwick, Part Two from ArtMuse Podcast. Host Grace Anna concludes the tragic story of 1960s "It Girl" Edie Sedgwick. You can find part one on my episode list or on the ArtMuse show page. Learn More about ArtMuse at thei...

Mary Pickford: She was managing her household at the age of 6, theatrical actress by the age of 7, silent film superstar by 16. Silent film star, producer, script writer, studio head, women's rights activist, philanthropist, ...

I'm happy to share this special episode from ArtMuse Podcast. Host Grace Anna shares the tragic story of 1960s "It Girl" Edie Sedgwick, muse of Andy Warhol and Bob Dylan. Stay tuned next week for Part Two. Learn More about Ar...

Paul Robeson: Football legend, lawyer, classical singer, actor, social activist. Paul Robeson was ALL of those things. When the US banned him from leaving the country for 9 years, he took action and spoke up for inequality. H...

Billie Holiday re-release. As we recognize Black History Month, I'm re-releasing the devastating story of Billie Holiday. Because her story is an important look into our history.

Louise Beavers: One of the most famous black actors of the 1930s and the star of one of the most influential and groundbreaking movies of the 1930s in terms of race relations. Patreon: https://patreon.com/StarsoftheGoldenAgeP...

Ambassador Satch himself! The truest of true jazz legends. He rose up from a childhood in one of the poorest neighborhoods in New Orleans to be one of the most beloved musicians in the world. But he faced the harsh reality of...

Hattie McDaniel's story is worth highlighting again! If you haven't listened to her remarkable story, please take the time to do so. Her story is an important look into what black entertainers were subjected to in our past. S...

Bessie Smith, Empress of the Blues. She rose from extreme poverty to become one of the most influential blues singers of all times. She fought through racism, abuse, attacks, and even a standoff with the KKK. She was tough, a...

The life of actress Evelyn Keyes. She spent decades searching for love and happiness, and it turned out to be much closer than she ever imagined. Listen to her story now! Image Source: IMDB Episode Sources: Scarlett O’Hara’s ...

Marlene Dietrich: A stunning beauty on the silver screen, a vibrant cabaret performer for decades, a woman who didn't care what anyone thought of her choices, and a powerful asset to the U.S. government during WWII. She lived...

The amazing Master of Suspense! There is nobody like Alfred Hitchcock. He has a wonderful story. Listen now! Patreon Support & Bonus Content: https://patreon.com/StarsoftheGoldenAgePodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_l...

She did radio, she did Broadway, she did films, she did a one-woman stage show, and she was the coolest witch to ever grace the television screen. And she was simply just an awesome person. Listen now! Patreon Support & Bonus...

Buckle up for this one! Errol Flynn lived life his way... which was usually not a great idea. Buy he had a BLAST doing it. His life was one big party. Listen now! Image Source: IMDB Episode Source: Errol Flynn: Gentleman Hell...

One of the most versatile actors of the Golden Age. James Stewart could do it all! And of all he did, the role of George Baily in It's a Wonderful Life was his all-time favorite. Listen to his story now! Image Source: IMDB Ep...

I'm dreaming of a White Christmas! Bing Crosby gave us both the song and the movie White Christmas, plus a TON more. Listen now to hear his life's story. Image Source: IMDB Episode Sources: A book titled Bing Crosby: A Life f...

Do you want to go on a wild ride? Then listen to this episode! The life of Steve McQueen is unbelievable. He lifted himself from rock bottom to the highest pedestal. Listen now! Image Source: IMDB Episode Sources: A book titl...

Ingrid Bergman: She sustained extreme heartache as a child and slipped into a land of make-believe as a way to cope. And that led her straight onto the stage and screen. She was always reaching for something else. Always look...

This episode is dedicated to my grandma, who turns 90 years old this week! In honor of her birthday, I am covering the Best Actress Oscar winner from the year of her birth... 1934. Listen now to hear the story of Academy Awar...

Louis B. Mayer: He rose from poverty to become one of the richest and most powerful men in the country. He was the king of his own empire. Of his grand land of make-believe on the sprawling MGM lot. He was a tough boss, he wa...

Jayne Mansfield, one of the most iconic blonde bombshells in the history of Hollywood. She aimed for fame her whole life, loved everything pink, and had a kind and loving heart. Her life ended in a tragic way and way too youn...

A life taken far too soon. The story of the life and career of "The Latin Lover," Rudolph Valentino, who wasn't Latin at all. Listen now! Image Source: IMDB Episode Sources: Legends of Hollywood: The Life of Rudolph Valentin...