STARS OF THE GOLDEN AGE
Welcome to Stars of the Golden Age, a show that highlights the lives of legends from film, music, and the birth of television during Hollywood’s Golden Age and the few years surrounding it.
Recent Episodes
Oct. 20, 2026
Vincent Price
VINCENT PRICE: One of the kings of classic cinema horror. Behind the scenes existed a man far removed from the frightening characters he portrayed on screen. Vincent Price was a renaissance man. He was an art expert, a teacher of art history, a world traveler, a gourmet cook, and a man who never stopped expanding his knowledge. He did theater, cinema, television, and radio. He believed in following the path that fed his soul and making every moment on Earth count. His story is remarkable... list
Oct. 6, 2026
Eva Marie Saint
Rest In Peace, Eva Marie Saint (7/4/1924-10/6/2026) In honor of the great life she lived, please listen to this re-release of the story of Eva Marie Saint. An inspiration to us all. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Oct. 6, 2026
Linda Darnell
LINDA DARNELL: She is most often discussed in relation to the way she died, but leading up to that tragic day was a whole life full of love, hardships, successes, and decades of incredibly hard work. She wasn't given the best circumstances in life, but she powered through with her own inner strength. This story will tug at your heartstrings... you'll laugh, you'll cry. Linda Darnell lived a dozen lifetimes in her short life on Earth. She was beautiful inside and out. Why is this episode so long
Sept. 22, 2026
Hot Off the Press! September 1953 Modern Screen Magazine
Hot Off the Press! In this episode, we dive into the pages of the September 1953 issue of Modern Screen Magazine. We'll learn what the rest of Hollywood thought about Elizabeth Taylor as she settled into life as a mother... we'll hear about Dick Powell's surgery, Frank Sinatra & Ava Gardner's heated tiffs, Clark Gable ditching the Queen of England, Jerry Lewis's funny business, Bob Hope's orchid-filled birthday party, and so much more! SUPPORT THE SHOW & access bonus content! Episode Source: Se
Sept. 8, 2026
Joan Blondell (PART TWO)
JOAN BLONDELL (Part Two:) The conclusion of Joan Blondell's story. Please listen to Part One first. In this episode, hear about the amazing woman Joan Blondell was in her adult life... her triumphs, her challenges, and her heartbreaks. But through it all, strength and optimism. She has an amazing story! Listen now. Come grab some great bonus content on PATREON! https://patreon.com/StarsoftheGoldenAgePodcast Episode Sources: Joan Blondell: A Life Between Takes by Matthew Kennedy; A Tale of Two
Sept. 1, 2026
Joan Blondell (PART ONE)
JOAN BLONDELL: The stunning actress who busted onto the Hollywood scene in 1930, making the world fall instantly in love with her. She went through a lot of pain and trauma to get to that point, though... AND she had already been working in show business for most of her life. Listen to the story of Joan Blondell's early life and first few years in Hollywood, and then check back in with Part Two to hear the rest of her story. Support the show on PATREON! https://patreon.com/StarsoftheGoldenAgePo