Bob Gale
American co-writer and producer of Back to the Future. He reflected on the making of the film and its cultural impact.
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Dec 21, 2021 • 1h 6min
Back To The Future with Bob Gale
Bob Gale, writer of the iconic Back To The Future, reveals the radically different first draft of the film, including a time-traveling fridge instead of the DeLorean. He also discusses how elements from his original screenplay were used in Forrest Gump and Indiana Jones 4. The podcast explores the staying power and cultural impact of Back To The Future, the development of Marty's character, the significance of Hill Valley, script changes, the evolution of Biff Tannen, and the decision to use a DeLorean as the time machine.
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Jul 3, 2025 • 11min
Back to the Future
Bob Gale, the American co-writer and producer of Back to the Future, takes a nostalgic trip back to 1985, sharing insights on the film's creation. He reveals the original concept involved a refrigerator instead of a DeLorean and a chimp instead of Einstein the dog. Gale discusses the numerous script rejections and the hurdles faced during production. He also highlights the film’s unexpected impact on pop culture and its enduring legacy, making it a beloved classic. A must-listen for any film buff or time travel enthusiast!
Jan 29, 2024 • 1h 44min
Green Day, Jill Scott, Bob Gale and Curry Week #428
Bob Gale, creator of Back To The Future, and Jill Scott, Lioness, join the podcast. Topics include Green Day's latest album, James' new game, Pippa's confusion between Britney Spears and Lil Nas X, and Chris' revelation about the 3 Peaks. Curry Week spices things up with discussions on dishes, Indian cuisine, and a playful banter about phone numbers.
