Teenage Golden Age

In this episode the host discusses the infamous Billy Wilder film, The Apartment (1960) and how it criticizes the corporate world and the depressing realities of navigating success and being lonely.

In honor of Pride month, we interview Stephen Kijak, director of the new documentary "Rock Hudson, All That Heaven Allowed" all about Hudson's life in the spotlight being a gay man and how Hollywood controlled his star persona.

In this podcast episode, we discuss the career of Barbra Stanwyck and highlight her empowering and witty characters that she played during the 30s to 40s. We analysis her characters in Stella Dallas (1937), The Lady Eve (1941), and Double Indemnity (1944)!! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @teenagegoldenage!

In this podcast episode we break down three of the most notable classic films, The Wizard of Oz (1939), Citizen Kane (1941) and Casablanca (1942)! We explore the elements that contribute to their popularity and debunk if they are really the best classic films or are they overhyped? Stay tuned for the next episode in two weeks!

In this episode, Simone interviews Olympia Kiriakou (@thescrewballgirl, "Becoming Carole Lombard," Bloomsbury 2020) about the stages of Carole Lombard's career, from silent film comedienne to pre-code glamour girl to screwball queen, dramatic actress and back. You'll learn about Olympia's opinions on Carole's most famous films (My Man Godfrey, Twentieth Century, In Name Only, Nothing Sacred) along with why she was such an iconic 1930s figure and what she was really like in real life. Hosted by Simone Elias with special guest Olympia Kiriakou Written by Simone Elias & Olympia Kiriakou Produced by Simone Elias

In this episode, the host discusses the 1955 classic, The Night of The Hunter staring Robert Mitchum and Shelley Winters! She explores how the film touches on the battles between hate and love, mortality and the influence of religion. Next podcast episode comes out in two weeks! Hosted by Eliana Singer Written by Eliana Singer & Simone Elias Produced by Simone Elias

In this podcast episode, the host discusses two films that portray teenagers, Rebel Without A Cause (1955) and A Summer Place (1959). We explore the differences and similarities of teens back then vs. now through analyzing the themes, storylines and mise en scène! Stay tuned for our next episode in two weeks! Hosted by Eliana Singer Written by Eliana Singer Produced by Simone Elias

In this episode, Simone interviews Lara Gabrielle, who recently published a biography of Marion Davies called "Captain of Her Soul." They talk about everything from Marion Davies' best movies, Lara's favorite old Hollywood books, and why Marion Davies is important for teens like us to watch and know about. Hosted by Simone Elias Written by Simone Elias Produced by Simone Elias

In honor of the Oscars, Simone interviewed Michael Shulman (of the New Yorker) about his new book Oscar Wars. They talk about everything from the beginnings of the Oscar’s — to whether Judy Garland should have won best actress in 1955! They even discuss Sacheen Littlefeather standing in for Marlon Brando when he won Best Actor in 1974. Hosted by Simone Elias with special guest Michael Schulman Written by Simone Elias Produced by Simone Elias

In this episode, Elsie discusses Katharine Hepburn and her two (arguably) most feminist films, Woman of the Year (1942) and Adam's Rib (1949). Feminism and double standards are discussed regarding each film along with the wider picture of female Hollywood in the '40s. Hosted by Eliana Singer Written by Eliana Singer & Simone Elias Produced by Simone Elias