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Ticklish Business

Ticklish Biz Productions
TCM Classic Film Festival
Clara Bow
James Dean
Chinatown
Gary Cooper
The Heiress
A Streetcar Named Desire
The Beatles
Taylor Swift
Hollywood
Silent Film Era
The Battle Of Algiers
LGBTQ Representation
Some Like It Hot
A Hard Day's Night
Pam Grier
Foxy Brown
Women In Hollywood
LA Noir
French Colonialism

Film critic Kristen Lopez and author Emily Edwards honor and celebrate Old Hollywood, the films and stars that continue to shine brightly for audiences today. With special guests brought along for the ride, the duo hope to celebrate the movies they love, and bring a new generation into an appreciation for classic film.

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The Christmas movie we'd planned to discuss last year finally gets its due as we're talking about the Rankin-Bass classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. It's just us this week and you know what that means: expect the unexpected. We go down some path... more

An episode literally four years in the making! Maybe even five. Who knows how long Kristen has been promising this episode but the day has finally arrived!

It was one of the most that ushered in the death knell for Old Hollywood biopics, and Carole ... more

Viva la resistance! We're closing the book on our Films of Resistance series as well celebrating the release of Kristen's latest book, Popcorn Disabilities, by talking about a movie looking at disabled activism.

The 1978 feature Coming Home attempte... more

Viva la resistance! Over the next four episodes we'll be looking at how Old Hollywood talks about politics, independence and democracy and we're looking at the end of the 1970s with this counterculture musical.

Hair shook up Broadway but how did it ... more

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Recent Guests

Robert Matzen
Author and Old Hollywood expert
Author of Fireball, Carole Lombard and the Mystery of Flight 3
Episode: 219. Gable & Lombard (1976 with Robert Matzen)
Lawrence Carter-Long
Disability activist and host at ReelAbilities
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Episode: 218. Coming Home (1978 with Lawrence Carter-Long) - Films of Resistance
Alex Steed
Co-host of The OC Again podcast
Episode: 217. Hair (1979 with Alex Steed) - Films of Resistance Series
Jeff Ewing
Film critic and writer
Episode: 216. Dr. Strangelove (1964 with Jeff Ewing) - Films of Resistance Series
Nell Minow
Contributing editor at RogerEbert.com and critic with a strong background in politics and film
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Episode: 215. Born Yesterday (1950 with Nell Minow) - Films of Resistance Series
Rodman Flender
Director and collaborator with Roger Corman
Episode: 214. A Bucket of Blood (1959 with Rodman Flender)
Charles Bramesco
Author and film critic
Episode: 213. Nosferatu (1922 with Charles Bramesco)
Richard Kirkham
Film critic and guest for this episode
Episode: 212: Amadeus (1984 with Richard Kirkham)
Alan Cerny
Writer, reviewer, and podcaster
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Episode: #211: This is Spinal Tap (1984 with Alan Cerny)

Hosts

Kristen Lopez
Co-host and film critic known for her passion and in-depth knowledge of classic films, offering insightful commentary and analysis.
Emily Edwards
Co-host and author with a focus on classic Hollywood, bringing her expertise and unique perspective to the discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 120 ratings
  • It's good to listen to a podcast that is fully dedicated to preserving and bringing awareness to the Golden Age of Hollywood and how the younger audience can be reintroduced to these films.

    Podchaser
    4
    Jordan Ramirez
    4 months ago
  • So enjoyable

    I’ve rediscovered my love of classic cinema through this podcast. I enjoy the conversations between the hosts and the guests.

    I personally love the comedic movies from the 1930s so hope to hear more episodes on that.

    Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rosilips
    Canada4 months ago
  • A must for classic film fans

    If you love in-depth discussions about classic movies, this is the place for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Intellectuallycurious76
    United Statesa year ago
  • Classic movie heaven

    I’ve been a classic movie fan for a while, but trying to find good podcasts about classic movies has been difficult. This is one of the exceptions. I love how each host brings their own spin on these movies, and aren’t afraid to disagree on things (or sometimes have their ways of thinking swayed in another direction). The guests are always great, and I love hearing everything about how these movies were made and tidbits about the actors and directors. So glad I found this and I’m going back thro... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sgelvisfan
    United States2 years ago
  • Smart Talk About the Movies We Love

    It’s always a good time when you share that with other folks who love movies and can talk intelligently about them. The episodes on this year’s TCM Fest were informative and got be excited about attending. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Stany2401k
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging conversations between hosts and guests regarding classic film, enhancing their enjoyment of cinema.
The podcast fosters a strong sense of community among classic film fans, appealing to both dedicated cinephiles and casual viewers alike.
Audience members frequently commend the hosts for their knowledge and the varied topics discussed, which keep the content fresh and engaging.
The insightful and entertaining discussions encourage listeners to explore and appreciate classic films more deeply, often highlighting historical and cultural significance.

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218. Coming Home (1978 with Lawrence Carter-Long) - Films of Resistance
Q: Emily, what was your take on the film after watching it for the first time?
I found it to be a more nuanced and intelligent take on the politics of the 1960s, particularly compared to other films of that era.
218. Coming Home (1978 with Lawrence Carter-Long) - Films of Resistance
Q: Lawrence, where does this movie fit into the history of disability representation?
It is both innovative in and of its time and also stands the test of time, reflecting many core issues related to disability.
217. Hair (1979 with Alex Steed) - Films of Resistance Series
Q: Can you give us a really quick overview of what Hair is actually about?
It's very simple; Claude, a guy from the Midwest, meets a group of hippies in New York City right before he enlists in the military for the Vietnam War.
215. Born Yesterday (1950 with Nell Minow) - Films of Resistance Series
Q: Can you tell people a little bit about the work you do and your connections to the political world?
I've been a movie critic pretty much all my life, going back to high school and online for more than 30 years and on the radio for more than 25 years. I grew up in a very political family, which shapes my intersection of film and politics.
#211: This is Spinal Tap (1984 with Alan Cerny)
Q: What's your experience watching Spinal Tap for the first time?
Kristen shares that she grew up on VH1's I Love the 80s and likely saw the film in her teenage years, appreciating its humor and realism about the music scene.

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2. Lawrence Carter-Long
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4. Jeff Ewing
5. Nell Minow
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