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A Star Is Born (1976) with Rachel Zegler

Jan 14, 2024

Joining the hosts for a Barbra Streisand series, Rachel Zegler discusses her version of A Star Is Born (1976). They explore the franchise's universe theory, moonlighting in the film, and parallels to Glitter. The hosts also touch on Streisand's early life, using Express VPN to access global content, and the impact of advice on a career. They compare Bodyguard and Glitter to A Star Is Born and discuss the career impact of Elvis Presley being cast in a movie. The episode concludes with thoughts on the film and a conversation about a previous episode on Crocodile Dundee.

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The Same Universe Theory and Celebrating the Bernstein Family

Casual Conversation about Dogs, Steven Spielberg, and Meet the Robinson's

Beginning of a New Mini Series on Barbra Streisand

05:04 • 15min

Barbara Streisand: Early Life and Family Background

Moonlighting and Speculation about Characters in 'A Star is Born (1976)'

Using Express VPN to Access Global Content

The Early Life and Career of a Famous Actress

28:22 • 13min

The Impact of Advice on a Career

41:32 • 16min

Comparing 'Bodyguard' and 'A Star Is Born', discussing 'Glitter' and Vondie Curtis-Hall

Podcast Host Worries and Burrow Sofa

01:00:20 • 5min

Elvis Presley in a Movie: Career Impact

01:05:44 • 10min

Character Portrayal and Anecdotes

01:15:34 • 14min

Finding Success through Dedication in the Entertainment Industry

01:29:40 • 17min

Discussion on Scenes from 'A Star Is Born (1976)' and an Ad for 'The Late Show Pod Show'

01:47:05 • 3min

1976 Movie Releases and Oscars Nominations

01:50:05 • 10min

Final Thoughts on 'A Star Is Born (1976)'

02:00:19 • 12min

Discussion about 'Crocodile Dundee' episode, dog licking, and singing

02:12:21 • 3min