That's Classic!

John Cato
That's Classic!

A fun, behind the scenes look at television shows and movies from the past. Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.

  1. 12/29/2024

    Exclusive And Funny Interview With Martha Smith From Scarecrow And Mrs. King!

    Exclusive And Fun Interview With Martha Smith From Scarecrow And Mrs. King! Martha Smith shares with John about auditioning for Scarecrow and Mrs. King, the first time she met Bruce Boxleitner on How the West was Won and her bond with Kate Jackson. In addition, Martha talks about her breakout role as Babs in Animal House, reflects on working with John Belushi, her now famous improvisations on the set, and the parties and cast moments at the motel they all stayed at while shooting Animal House. Martha talks about starting out in a small town in Michigan, working in a mental institution, being discovered by PLAYBOY and then being discovered by the Universal Studios Head of Casting. Martha recounts working with legends like Tony Randall, her idol, Jean Stapleton, and Beverly Garland, while also discussing her emotional moments tied to John Belushi and how she was about to visit her friend, Vic Morrow on The Twilight Zone set the day after he was killed. Additionally, she delves into her career shifts, from modeling and acting to real estate and her work on Selling Sunset. Martha thanks for all the laughs, what a life! From Martha regarding Judy Belushi's recent passing: Writing through tears to report another so sad passing of a brilliant and kind hearted woman, Judy Belushi-Pisano. To read Martha's dedication here is the facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/154944167855260/permalink/8746808218668769/ That's Classic! Merchandise: http://tee.pub/lic/2R57OwHl2tE Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.

    1h 4m
  2. 12/13/2024

    Tim Matheson, Animal House,The West Wing, Bonanza + his new book CONTINUES... funny & raw interview!

    Tim Matheson, Animal House,The West Wing, Bonanza + his new book CONTINUES... funny & raw interview! In this continuation of the first interview I did with Tim Matheson, he Tim recounts working and learning from legends like Henry Fonda, Jackie Gleason, and Bob Hope, and shares memorable moments playing ping pong with Dick Van Dyke and Debbie Reynolds ON Divorce American Style. He discusses taking control of his career, an altercation with Michael Landon on Bonanza as he becomes a regular cast member, and his odd experience with David Soul and and then dating David's ex-wife and working with Clint Eastwood on Magnum Force. Tim reflects on his experiences meeting Chris Farley as well as his impactful role as the VP on The West Wing. And again, go buy Tim's new book he just released, it is fantastic - Damn Glad to Meet You: My Seven Decades in the Hollywood Trenches, I loved it! Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic That's Classic! Merchandise: http://tee.pub/lic/2R57OwHl2tE Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.

    32 min
  3. 12/13/2024

    Tim Matheson, Animal House,The West Wing, Bonanza and his NEW BOOK all in one funny & raw interview!

    Tim Matheson, Animal House,The West Wing, Bonanza and his NEW BOOK all in one funny & raw interview! Tim Matheson shares with John hysterical behind-the-scenes moments from Animal House, including the iconic guitar-smashing moment with John Belushi, the mishaps that made the seduction scene with Dean Wormer's wife in Otter's bedroom so funny, the cast getting haircuts together and convincing Belushi to as well and the cast gathering for Thanksgiving dinner at John and Judy Belushi's and more great behind the scenes moments on Animal House. He recalls Lucille Ball’s comedy guidance on Yours, Mine & Ours, the creation of his book cover by the famous National Lampoon artist, and his early days as a child actor on Leave It to Beaver and My Three Sons. Tim also discusses Animal House's creation, memorable lines like “Road Trip,” and so many more moments from his new book, Damn Glad To Meet You: My Seven Decades in the Hollywood Trenches. In the second episode of this interview which is available now, Tim talks about getting put in his place by Micheal Landon on Bonanza, his incredible experience playing the Vice President and working with the cast of The West Wing and so many more stories, enjoy! Really appreciate you Tim! Tim Matheson's book - Damn Glad to Meet You: My Seven Decades in the Hollywood Trenches Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic That's Classic! Merchandise: http://tee.pub/lic/2R57OwHl2tE Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.

    45 min
4.8
out of 5
37 Ratings

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A fun, behind the scenes look at television shows and movies from the past. Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.

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