The Laurel & Hardy Podcast

Patrick Vasey
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The Laurel & Hardy Podcast

Entertaining and informative discussions abound as host Patrick Vasey and the world's top experts, authors and film historians take a chronological deep dive into the films of Laurel and Hardy. The production history and many untold stories are revealed about these well-loved comedy classics. Regular guests include the world's leading authorities on all things Stan and Ollie and Hal Roach Studios, such as Randy Skretvedt, Richard W. Bann, Glenn Mitchell, Rob Stone, Leonard Maltin, Neil Brand, Steve Massa and Ben Model and many, many more.

  1. 37. Men O' War (1929) Part TWO with Glenn Mitchell

    24 OCT

    37. Men O' War (1929) Part TWO with Glenn Mitchell

    Rounding off our deep dive into the waters of Laurel and Hardy's classic short, Men O' War, Patrick is joined by film historian and author, Glenn Mitchell. Discussions cover a range of subjects from the film's production to the film history of Hollenbeck Park, to other interesting tangents, such as the willingness to tackle dark and heavy themes in Laurel and Hardy comedies. As mentioned in the show, here are some useful links that you might wish to check out: Check out Andreas Baum and Michael Ehret's new book, containing a chapter written by yours truly. Laurel & Hardy: A True Love Story www.the-pictorial-history.com Support the show and gain exclusive access to extra podcast episodes by joining one of the two tiers of Patreon membership here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194⁠⁠⁠⁠ To subscribe to the all-new Laurel & Hardy Magazine and for more information on The Laurel & Hardy Podcast and Patrick's forthcoming series of books starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To contact Patrick, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    1h 36m
  2. 37. Men O' War: Just Playing Together with Richard W. Bann

    21 SEPT

    37. Men O' War: Just Playing Together with Richard W. Bann

    In this first of two episodes looking at Laurel and Hardy's classic 1929 talkie, Men O' War, Patrick chats with returning guest and Hal Roach Studios expert, Richard W. Bann about his forthcoming book 'Laurel & Hardy as Men O' War: Just Playing Together.' In addition to discussing the book's genesis and content, Richard reads an extract from the manuscript, which perfectly sets the scene and provides great context for what was happening in and around Hollywood in 1929. As mentioned in the show, if you'd like to purchase the Winter 2022 issue of The Laurel & Hardy Magazine, click here: https://www.laurelandhardyfilms.com/winter-22 If you'd like to join the mailing list and stay informed about any of our forthcoming book titles, click here: www.laurelandhardyfilms.com/books To access bonus Patron-only exclusive podcasts, just sign up to show your appreciation and support for the show and become a Patron by clicking the link here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To subscribe to the all-new Laurel & Hardy Magazine and for more information on The Laurel & Hardy Podcast and Patrick's forthcoming series of books starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To contact Patrick, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs andBlu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    1h 6m
  3. 36. Berth Marks (1929) Part TWO with Richard M. Roberts

    10 AUG

    36. Berth Marks (1929) Part TWO with Richard M. Roberts

    Joining Patrick to complete the deep dive into Laurel & Hardy's second talkie, Berth Marks, is a film historian and author of 'Smileage Guaranteed, Richard M. Roberts. As well as talking about the film's merits, Patrick also asks his special guest about how he first discovered his love for classic comedy, and his earliest memories of Stan and Ollie, and Richard (albeit reluctantly) faces the Atoll Question. To order your copy of the Eureka Blu-Ray of Laurel and Hardy’s Silent Shorts, click here: https://amzn.to/46mJ3Xu
 Join Richard M. Roberts's online silent comedy forum here: http://www.silentcomedymafia.com/ 
 To access bonus Patron-only exclusive podcasts, just sign up to show your appreciation and support for the show and become a Patron by clicking the link here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194⁠⁠⁠⁠ To subscribe to the all-new Laurel & Hardy Magazine and for more information on The Laurel & Hardy Podcast and Patrick's forthcoming series of books starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the website at ⁠⁠⁠www.laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ To contact Patrick, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755⁠⁠⁠⁠ To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK⁠⁠⁠⁠ To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs andBlu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog⁠⁠⁠⁠

    1h 31m
  4. 36. Berth Marks (1929) - Part ONE

    21 JUNE

    36. Berth Marks (1929) - Part ONE

    This episode is part one of a two-part look at Laurel and Hardy's second talking picture, Berth Marks. Following their successful first attempt at 'all-talking' comedies, how would Stan and Ollie handle their first adventure filming, not only, outdoors but on location in a noisy, bustling train station? In this solo episode, Patrick talks about the Berth Marks' fascinating production history. To access bonus Patron-only exclusive podcasts, just sign up to show your appreciation and support for the show and become a Patron by clicking the link here: ⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194⁠⁠⁠ To subscribe to the all-new Laurel & Hardy Magazine and for more information on The Laurel & Hardy Podcast and Patrick's forthcoming series of books starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the website at ⁠⁠www.laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠ To contact Patrick, email ⁠⁠⁠theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠ If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755⁠⁠⁠ To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK⁠⁠⁠ To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog⁠⁠⁠

    36 min
  5. Bonus 11: Leonard Maltin Talking Laurel & Hardy

    11 APR

    Bonus 11: Leonard Maltin Talking Laurel & Hardy

    To celebrate the podcast's 4th anniversary, we welcome the legendary film critic Leonard Maltin onto the show. Leonard discusses his lifelong love for Stan and Ollie, and Patrick asks him to choose his three favourite films. In addition, Leonard recounts his meetings with Buster Keaton as well as Laurel and Hardy co-stars Billy Gilbert and Dorothy Granger. To gain access to a video version of this episode and an extra slice of this interview with Leonard, as well as more exclusive content and benefits from The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, sign up to show your support and become a Patron of the Podcast by clicking the link here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194⁠⁠⁠⁠ To subscribe to the all-new Laurel & Hardy Magazine, and for all the back episodes of the Podcast and Patrick's forthcoming series of books starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ To contact Patrick, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755⁠⁠⁠⁠ To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK⁠⁠⁠⁠ To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog⁠⁠⁠

    55 min
  6. 35. Unaccustomed As We Are with Randy Skretvedt and Richard W. Bann

    16 MAR

    35. Unaccustomed As We Are with Randy Skretvedt and Richard W. Bann

    Episode 35 kicks off Season Two of the podcast properly and introduces us to Laurel and Hardy’s talking pictures. Patrick is joined by two of the world’s leading experts in the world of Laurel and Hardy and the Hal Roach Studios. Randy Skretvedt assists in discussing the production history of the boys’ first talkie, Unaccustomed As We Are, and Richard W. Bann reveals details of his exclusive interview with the film’s director Lewis R. Foster. If you like your podcasts entertaining and packed with information, this is the episode for you.   To access the bonus Patron-only extended version of Patrick’s audio essay and some fascinating outtakes with Richard and Randy from this episode, just sign up to show your support for the podcast and become a Patron by clicking the link here: ⁠⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194⁠⁠ To subscribe to the all-new Laurel & Hardy Magazine and for more information on The Laurel & Hardy Podcast and Patrick's forthcoming series of books starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the website at ⁠www.laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠ To contact Patrick, email ⁠⁠theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠ If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755⁠⁠ To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK⁠⁠ To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog⁠⁠

    2h 17m
  7. Bonus 10: Elmer Raguse - Arrival of the Talkies

    10 FEB

    Bonus 10: Elmer Raguse - Arrival of the Talkies

    In this very special bonus episode, Patrick welcomes Craig Raguse to the show. Craig is the grandson of the man who was given the responsibility of converting the Hal Roach Studios into a studio fit for producing talking pictures, Elmer Raguse. Craig discusses Elmer's early life and background, his move from the Victor Company in New Jersey to Roach's studio in Culver City, and talks about some of the stand-out achievements in his grandfather's career. This fascinating and entertaining episode pays tribute to a key figure in the history of Laurel and Hardy, Charley Chase, Our Gang and many more. To gain access to more exclusive content and benefits from The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, sign up to show your support and become a Patron of the Podcast by clicking the link here: ⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194⁠⁠⁠ To subscribe to the all-new Laurel & Hardy Magazine, and for all the back episodes of the Podcast and Patrick's forthcoming series of books starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the website at ⁠⁠⁠www.laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠ To contact Patrick, email ⁠⁠⁠theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠ If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755⁠⁠⁠ To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK⁠⁠⁠ To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog⁠⁠⁠

    1h 14m
  8. Bonus 9 (Live): New Book- March of the Wooden Soldiers with Randy Skretvedt

    5 JAN

    Bonus 9 (Live): New Book- March of the Wooden Soldiers with Randy Skretvedt

    In this special bonus episode, recorded live in front of a Zoom audience of some of the Podcast’s Patrons, Patrick interviews Laurel & Hardy expert and film historian, Randy Skretvedt, all about his latest book, entitled March of the Wooden Soldiers: The Amazing Story of Laurel & Hardy’s Babes in Toyland. To purchase a copy of Randy’s new book, click here for UK: https://amzn.to/4aHmD4T To purchase a copy of Randy’s new book, click here for USA: https://amzn.to/48FnnWu For more exclusive content and benefits and for your chance to join us on the next Podcast LIVE, sign up to show your support and become a Patron by clicking the link here: ⁠⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194⁠⁠ To subscribe to the all-new Laurel & Hardy Magazine, and for all the back episodes of the Podcast and Patrick's forthcoming series of books starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the website at ⁠⁠www.laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠ To contact Patrick, email ⁠⁠theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠ If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755⁠⁠ To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music, as featured in these podcasts, click here for UK: https://amzn.to/3tFM3z8 Or click here for USA: https://amzn.to/41KpRQU⁠ To find the best Laurel and Hardy books, DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog⁠⁠ The Laurel & Hardy Podcast is an Amazon Affiliate and receives a small commission for any purchase made using the above links, at no cost to the purchaser - Isn't that swell?

    1h 36m
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Entertaining and informative discussions abound as host Patrick Vasey and the world's top experts, authors and film historians take a chronological deep dive into the films of Laurel and Hardy. The production history and many untold stories are revealed about these well-loved comedy classics. Regular guests include the world's leading authorities on all things Stan and Ollie and Hal Roach Studios, such as Randy Skretvedt, Richard W. Bann, Glenn Mitchell, Rob Stone, Leonard Maltin, Neil Brand, Steve Massa and Ben Model and many, many more.

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