Episodes
Published 11/15/23
Published 12/03/18
Joseph McBride talks about working with Jimmy Stewart on the AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute To James Stewart, his favorite movies, Stewart's legacy, and the release of the Orson Welles film, 'The Other Side of the Wind.'
Published 12/03/18
In this newly discovered interview from the late 70s, actor Jimmy Stewart talks to writer Pete Martin about making the film 'The Magic of Lassie,' his early days on Broadway, his later return to the stage for 'Harvey' with Helen Hayes, the special reaction of fans to the play, and some advice he never forgot.
Published 05/20/18
Actor Jimmy Stewart and wife Gloria talk with journalist Pete Martin in their Beverly Hills home in July 1979 about what keeps them busy, Jimmy's service in World War 2, and acting on stage in HARVEY. Interview is copyright Pete Martin Estate and William Martin, used with permission.
Published 04/30/18
In this lost interview, Saturday Evening Post writer W. Thornton “Pete” Martin talks to Jimmy at his home in July 1979, shortly after the passing of John Wayne. The two talk about Wayne’s legacy, his role in maintaining the country’s morale, working with director John Ford, and Duke’s dignity even through death. Interview is copyright Pete Martin Estate and William Martin, used with permission.
Published 02/21/18
Scott Eyman, author of the best-selling book, 'Hank & Jim: The Fifty-Year Friendship of Henry Fonda and James Stewart,' talks about the actors' personalities, World War II service, and work with directors such as John Ford and Alfred Hitchcock.
Published 12/06/17
Philanthropist and former actress Peggy Helmerich (Peggy Dow) talks about working with actor Jimmy Stewart and director Henry Koster in 'Harvey' (1950), and ultimately leaving Hollywood to marry, raise five boys, and devote her life to charitable work. “He was just so … giving of spirit … he was like that with everybody. He didn’t seem to have to be in a great important group of people. He was absolutely gracious in whatever group he found himself.” —Peggy Dow Helmerich, describing Jimmy...
Published 08/26/17
Kelly Stewart Harcourt, daughter of Jimmy and Gloria Stewart, talks about family vacations, having a bushbaby as a pet in Beverly Hills, appearing with her parents on TV’s 'Password,’ and her dad’s sense of duty and responsibility in World War 2.
Published 07/03/17
Kelly Stewart Harcourt, daughter of actor James Stewart and Gloria Stewart, talks about family vacations, having a bushbaby as a pet in Beverly Hills, appearing on 'Password' with her parents, favorite films starring her dad, and her father's sense of duty and responsibility, best exemplified by his service as a commander in World War 2.
Published 07/03/17
Published 12/16/16
Actor and musician Bill Mumy ('Lost In Space') talks about his career, including starring with Jimmy Stewart in 'Dear Brigitte,' meeting Brigitte Bardot, matchmaking for "Weird Al" Yankovic, and how today's comic book culture finally caught up with him.
Published 12/16/16
Actress Kim Novak talks about working with Jimmy Stewart and Alfred Hitchcock on ‘Vertigo,’ spending time with Jimmy at the Academy Awards in 1989, and her friendships with Frank Sinatra and Otto Preminger.
Published 11/29/16
Actress Kim Novak talks about working with Jimmy Stewart and Alfred Hitchcock on 'Vertigo,' spending time with Jimmy at the 61st Academy Awards in 1989, and her friendships with Frank Sinatra and Otto Preminger.
Published 11/29/16
Author Robert Matzen talks about his book, Mission: Jimmy Stewart and the Fight for Europe, chronicling legendary Hollywood actor Jimmy Stewart's heroic history as a trainer, pilot and squadron commander in the skies over Germany in World War II. Coping with the effects of war, Stewart reinvented himself by taking on more complex roles, beginning with 'IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE.'
Published 11/11/16
Impressionist Rich Little talks about his friendship with Jimmy Stewart, getting to know President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan, and appearing in the Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts.  
Published 10/24/16
Impressionist Rich Little talks about his friendship with Jimmy Stewart, getting to know President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan, and appearing on the Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts.
Published 10/24/16