Going Hollywood - Movies and Television from the Golden Age to Today
Will you side with the expert or the enthusiast? Film historian Tony Maietta and movie lover Brad Shreve dive into the best of cinema and TV, from Hollywood’s Golden Age to today’s biggest hits. They share insights, debate favorites, and occasionally clash—but always keep it entertaining. They’ll take you behind the scenes and in front of the camera, bringing back your favorite memories along the way.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 61 minutes
- Episodes
- 60
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Forget it, it’s “Chinatown” (1974)
What makes "Chinatown" one of the most iconic films in Hollywood history? Join us as we uncover the layers of this 1974 classic in our comprehensive breakdown. From the intricate plot involving a mur…
Roll,“Tootsie," Roll. (1982)
In the 1982 classic film "Tootsie," Dustin Hoffman's character, Michael Dorsey, transforms into Dorothy Michaels. Brad and Tony dive into how Hoffman's incredible performance blurred the lines betwee…
Rhoda's Wedding: What Ever Happened to Rhoda Morgenstern?
Revisit the journey of Rhoda from singlehood to marriage and back, sprinkled with personal anecdotes and hilarious behind-the-scenes moments. Our special guest co-host Scott Fullerton, the host of th…
Hollywood & Wine: The "Postcards from the Edge” Episode (1990)
S01 E16 How much of "Postcards from the Edge" mirrors Carrie Fisher’s own tumultuous life? Tony and Brad explore the real-life inspirations behind the film's mother-daughter dynamics, brought to life…
Full Exposure: Uncovering "Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood"
Brace yourself for a journey through the scandalous and secretive world of Tinseltown as Brad and Tony uncover the life of Scotty Bowers. They discuss Bowers' controversial revelations from the docum…
In Sex Transit Blanche Dubois: “A Streetcar Named Desire” (1951)
Ever wonder how a single film could change Hollywood forever with one titanic screen performance? Well, one did, and it's called "A Streetcar Named Desire". Join us as we dissect Marlon Brando's unfo…
4 for Mary: Celebrating "The Mary Tyler Moore Show"
Tony Maietta and Brad Shreve dive deep into "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," celebrating four episodes from the iconic series, and exploring its emotional depth, character dynamics, and impact on televis…
PRIDE Boys: Celebrating “The Boys in the Band” (1970)
In honor of Pride Month, an insightful exploration of the characters' authenticity, the societal changes surrounding its filming, and the historical significance of Mart Crowley’s "The Boys in the Ba…
Entering “Grey Gardens”, Part Two: The Marble Faun
Jerry Torre, famously known as the Marble Faun, opens up about his extraordinary experiences with the Beale family and shares candid moments that shaped the iconic documentary, "Grey Gardens." He she…
Entering “Grey Gardens”, Part One: “Come On In, We’re Not Ready”
The legendary 1975 documentary "Grey Gardens," uncovered the compelling, eccentric existence of East Hampton aristocrats, Edith Beale and her daughter Edie. Tony and Brad discuss the movies intimate …
Lucille Ball in Space: Tony Shares Tales of Lucy & Hollywood, Both Old & New
Do you know actors such as William Shatner, Chris Pine, Leonard Nimoy, Kate Mulgrew, George Takei, and others may have Lucille Ball to thank for advancing their careers? Without her, Star Trek may ne…
Diving into “Deadpool”: Screwball Comedy with a Superhero Twist (2016)
What do a foul-mouthed antihero the classic screwball comedies of the 1930s have in common? Join Tony and Brad for a hilarious discussion about Tony's first Marvel film experience, "Deadpool" (2016).…
Oversexed in the City: The Saga of “Baby Face” (1933)
Think films from Hollywood’s golden age are all tame, innocent, and sexless? Well, you haven’t met “Baby Face”! Barbara Stanwyck achieves upward mobility horizontally as pre-code Hollywood's most n…
SURRENDERING DOROTHY: Munchkins, Mysteries & Myths of “The Wizard of Oz” (1939)
Don your ruby slippers as we pay tribute to "The Wizard of Oz." Join Brad and Tony for an exploration that celebrates the quirks, confronts the myths, and cherishes the enduring charm of the iconic …
Navigating "Fellow Travelers": A Conversation with Ron Nyswaner, the Creator of the Showtime Series (2023)
Showtime's "Fellow Travelers," visionary Ron Nyswaner joins us for a revealing conversation about the series' theme of a clandestine love story which unfolds amidst the tumult of historical events, s…
RED-headed Woman: The real story of Lucille Ball and the Hollywood Red Scare
"The only thing red about Lucy is her hair, and even that is not legitimate” – Desi Arnaz
Special guest Tom Watson, a friend, fan, and former employee of Lucille Ball and an expert on her life and car…
Howard Bannister’s Rocks: Celebrating “What's Up, Doc?" and "Bringing Up Baby (1938/1972)
A conversation about the timeless wit of screwball comedies as Brad and Tony pay tribute to the classics "What's Up, Doc?" and "Bringing Up Baby." Join the laughter-filled journey, where they unwrap …
One More Look: Analyzing the legacy of “A Star Is Born”
Join us for one more look at the timeless tale of “A Star is Born” as we trace its origins from the unofficial first version in 1932, "What Price Hollywood?", to Lady Gaga's dazzling turn in 2018. To…
When Hepburn Met Capote: The Enduring Appeal of “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” (1961)
Is Carrie Bradshaw the spiritual granddaughter of Holly Golightly? How do you take a plotless novella about a call girl and her gay best friend and make it into a mythic romance? Find out when you …
Introducing Going Hollywood
Conversations between esteemed film historian, Tony Maietta, and passionate movie buff, Brad Shreve, about cinema and television from Hollywood's Golden Age to contemporary hits. Whose side will you …