The Long Seventies Podcast
A biweekly history podcast focusing on America between 1968 and 1984.
Latest episodes
Aug 15, 2024 • 1h 43min
Zardoz (1974): The Saga of the Red Diaper
We discuss John Boorman's 1974 magnum opus Zardoz, starring Sean Connery and Charlotte Rampling. It's a whirlwind of ideas and visual delights. Connery is the chosen one, a Mega-Connery in a post-apocalyptic world waiting for him to arrive and tear the place down.
Aug 1, 2024 • 1h 56min
Colin Babb Interview: Author of 1973 and Me
We interview author, BBC broadcaster and journalist Colin Babb and discuss his book "1973 and Me: The England v West Indies Test Series and a Memorable Childhood Year." Join us for a fascinating interview on Cricket, culture, British and American sports and why the year 1973 inspired Colin to write this very personal book.
Jul 15, 2024 • 2h 2min
Jerry Barmash Interview -- Here Now the News: An Inside Scoop into New York's Best-Loved Anchors
We're joined by author, veteran broadcast journalist, Patch.com journalist and podcaster Jerry Barmash to talk about his recent book "Here Now the News: An Inside Scoop into New York's Best-Loved Anchors." Join us as we explore the world of 70s New York City news anchors.
Jul 1, 2024 • 2h 3min
Jared Stearns Interview: Pure: The Sexual Revolutions of Marilyn Chambers
We welcome author and collector Jared Stearns to the show to discuss his book “Pure: The Sexual Revolutions of Marilyn Chambers. This is a unique exploration of one of the early adult film industries biggest stars and her wild life.
Jun 15, 2024 • 2h 17min
Spectre (1977): Rock Me Asmodeus
We discuss Gene Roddenberry's 1977 television pilot "Spectre" about an Occult Detective (Robert Culp) and his rational-minded medical doctor sidekick/partner (Gig Young). Sound familiar? We're looking at you, X-Files. The duo do detective things and battle an ancient Mesopotamian demon.
Jun 1, 2024 • 1h 55min
Aaron Leonard Interview: Meltdown Expected
We interview esteemed author and historian Aaron Leonard and pick his brain about his new book "Meltdown Expected: Crisis, Disorder, and Upheaval at the end of the 1970s." The title really says it all.
May 19, 2024 • 1h 34min
Capricorn One: How to Fake a Moon Landing in Six Easy Steps
We discuss the 1978 film Capricorn One, conspiracy theories, how the government keeps secrets and how to fake a moon landing in six easy steps.
May 6, 2024 • 1h 45min
Me and the Orgone by Orson Bean
We discuss the 1971 autobiography "Me and the Orgone: The True Story of One Man's Sexual Awakening" by actor Orson Bean. It's a fun journey through the therapeutic methods of Wilhelm Reich and its associated offshoots in the Wellness Movement.
Apr 15, 2024 • 1h 7min
The Gauntlet with Toby Roan
We're joined by author and film connoisseur Toby Roan to talk about his book "Another Run Through The Gauntlet" and the Clint Eastwood film The Gauntlet. It's one of Eastwood's most underappreciated (yet over the top) films and Toby knows it inside and out. Another Run Through The Gauntlet by Toby Roan on Amazon Toby's Blog 50 Westerns From The 50s Toby's Blog The Hannibal 8 Toby's The Sorcerer Blog
Apr 1, 2024 • 2h 12min
James Riley Interview: Author of Well Beings - How the Seventies Lost Its Mind and Taught Us to Find Ourselves
We interview James Riley, author of "Well Beings - How the Seventies Lost Its Mind and Taught Us to Find Ourselves." A fascinating interview with a Cambridge scholar pulling together the various threads of the Wellness industry into a truly wild Long Seventies story. https://www.iconbooks.com/ib-title/well-beings/
