Episodes
Published 03/25/24
The original Hollywood epic Bullets And Blood tells the sometimes unbelievable, but true tale, of a Hollywood dynasty, every bit as thrilling, shocking and dramatic as any Hollywood blockbuster. In part eleven, James Cagney has turned his hand to farming, with no plans to return to Hollywood, but perhaps a visiting Hollywood legend can change his mind? Harry Warner has arrived home to face the criminal threats he has received, aided by the famously stoic Albert Warner. Harry has pledged to...
Published 03/25/24
By supporting the shows, you're not just preserving history; you're becoming a crucial part of the narrative. Your support helps unveil the untold stories, forgotten legends, and the behind-the-scenes secrets that shaped an era. Embrace the enchantment of Old Hollywood, and let's weave its captivating stories together. Signing up is simple - go to https://www.patreon.com/attaboysecret today and become a guardian of cinematic history. You'll get access to the complete Secret History of...
Published 03/17/24
The original Hollywood epic Bullets And Blood tells the sometimes unbelievable, but true tale, of a Hollywood dynasty, every bit as thrilling, shocking and dramatic as any Hollywood blockbuster. In part ten, Lina Basquette has been invited to foreign lands by a powerful man who wants to make her a star. But at what price?  And who is the mysterious man who seems to know all about her, and who may be harbouring a terrible secret of his own...? To gain instant access to the entire series, as...
Published 03/13/24
The original Hollywood epic Bullets And Blood tells the sometimes unbelievable, but true tale, of a Hollywood dynasty, every bit as thrilling, shocking and dramatic as any Hollywood blockbuster. In part nine, James Cagney has been betrayed by Jack Warner for a third time, but will he walk out on Hollywood again? Meanwhile, Harry Warner been summoned to St Louis to face a grand jury. While there, he receives a terrifying phone call… To gain instant access to the entire series, as well as...
Published 03/07/24
Allow me to present the first part of an all-new miniseries - The Curious Tale Of The Missing Pioneer - in which I'll tell the fascinating, and sometimes unbelievable tale of a man whose name is missing from the record books of cinematic pioneers. Prepare for a tale of jealousy, obsession, conspiracy, movies, and murder... To hear the entire series as it's published (the first three editions are available now) along with countless more stories of Hollywood history, sign up now at...
Published 03/01/24
The original Hollywood epic Bullets And Blood tells the sometimes unbelievable, but true tale, of a Hollywood dynasty, every bit as thrilling, shocking and dramatic as any Hollywood blockbuster. In part eight, Al Capone's war with Bugs Moran has reached terrifying proportions, but an act of violence on Valentine's Day leaves the world sickened and determined to stamp out the romanticised gangsters forever. In Hollywood, Jack Warner's extra-marital affairs are destroying his home life, as well...
Published 02/26/24
The original Hollywood epic Bullets And Blood tells the sometimes unbelievable, but true tale, of a Hollywood dynasty, every bit as thrilling, shocking and dramatic as any Hollywood blockbuster. In part seven, James Cagney has walked out of Hollywood sparking controversy between actors and producers. Jack Warner seems determined to have his way, but there is another element to be reckoned with - the Warner crime dramas are proving a great success for the studio. From their belly, another...
Published 02/12/24
In 1922, one of the most confounding crimes in the history of Los Angeles took place beneath the gaze of the most famous sign in the world. A twisted enigma was born that night... Become a guardian of cinematic history TODAY - go to https://www.patreon.com/attaboysecret and sign up - it's simple, quick, and you'll be off to the races in the company of Hollywood's most golden era. You'll get access to the complete Secret History of Hollywood catalogue, including Death On Alvarado Street, The...
Published 02/01/24
The original Hollywood epic Bullets And Blood tells the sometimes unbelievable, but true tale, of a Hollywood dynasty, every bit as thrilling, shocking and dramatic as any Hollywood blockbuster. In part six, James Cagney's star is in the ascendent, and he seems a perfect fit for the newly emerging gangster genre. Also on the rise, is a Romanian immigrant who has fled persecution in Romania to pursue his own dreams. Meanwhile, Jack Warner is growing a little tired of his biggest star's...
Published 01/29/24
The sometimes painful truth about the Golden Age Of Hollywood, is that with each passing year, we move further and further away from it. Thankfully, our means of connecting to that time are numerous. We can watch the films. We can look at the history and pass along the stories of these pioneers. Or, if we want to take a shortcut to Old Hollywood via the senses, we can always glance across at Hollywood’s oldest surviving star, safe in the knowledge of its constancy. This is one Hollywood...
Published 01/18/24
The original Hollywood epic Bullets And Blood tells the sometimes unbelievable, but true tale, of a Hollywood dynasty, every bit as thrilling, shocking and dramatic as any Hollywood blockbuster. In part five, Harry Warner is busy grooming his son, Lewis, to one day take control of the Warner empire. Jack Warner, meanwhile, is introducing his own son, Jack Jr, to the family business. But tragedy is about to strike again… To gain instant access to the entire series, as well as hundreds more...
Published 01/15/24
Embark on a nostalgic journey through the glitz and glamour of Old Hollywood with me by joining the exclusive Patreon community and becoming a cherished patron of timeless tales to transport you to the golden age of cinema. By supporting the shows, you're not just preserving history; you're becoming a crucial part of the narrative. Your support helps unveil the untold stories, forgotten legends, and the behind-the-scenes secrets that shaped an era. Embrace the enchantment of Old Hollywood,...
Published 01/07/24
The original Hollywood epic Bullets And Blood tells the sometimes unbelievable, but true tale, of a Hollywood dynasty, every bit as thrilling, shocking and dramatic as any Hollywood blockbuster. In part four, James Cagney has begun to make a name for himself in world of New York's theatres, but a single act of defiance looks to derail his promising career before it has begun. Meanwhile, the relationship between Harry and Jack Warner is francturing beyond repair… To gain instant access to the...
Published 01/01/24
While many may remember Fay Wray most vividly as the girl in the palm of Kong, her story bears testament to the fact that there can sometimes be far more to a lifetime than a single iconic moment… Give your life some extra magic by signing up at Patreon now! You'll get access to the complete Secret History of Hollywood catalogue, including THIN: The Thin Man Story, The Adventures Of Alfred Hitchcock, The Game Is Afoot, Bullets And Blood, and much more... An ALL-NEW Classic Movie Library,...
Published 12/27/23
Give your life some extra magic by signing up at Patreon now! You'll get access to the complete Secret History of Hollywood catalogue, including THIN: The Thin Man Story, The Adventures Of Alfred Hitchcock, The Game Is Afoot, Bullets And Blood, and much more... An ALL-NEW Classic Movie Library, designed from scratch - a whole new experience created to allow you to get the best out of Old Hollywood, including trailers, deeper information, and even curated playlists of films! Small Tales -...
Published 12/23/23
The original Hollywood epic Bullets And Blood tells the sometimes unbelievable, but true tale, of a Hollywood dynasty, every bit as thrilling, shocking and dramatic as any Hollywood blockbuster. In part three, with 'The Jazz Singer', the Warner brothers are about to change the course of cinematic history forever. But as the world are celebrating their historic success, the Warner family temselves are beset by their darkest tragedy. Meanwhile, Lina Basquette receives an offer from Harry Warner...
Published 12/22/23
"In art there is compassion, in compassion there is humanity, with humanity there is generosity and love. Gregory Peck gave us these attributes in full measure. To this day the children of 'Mockingbird' ... call him Atticus." Give your life some extra magic by signing up at Patreon now! You'll get access to the complete Secret History of Hollywood catalogue, including THIN: The Thin Man Story, The Adventures Of Alfred Hitchcock, The Game Is Afoot, Bullets And Blood, and much more... An...
Published 12/19/23
The original Hollywood epic Bullets And Blood tells the sometimes unbelievable, but true tale, of a Hollywood dynasty, every bit as thrilling, shocking and dramatic as any Hollywood blockbuster. In part The Warner brothers have arrived in Hollywood, but with dwindling finances, and their rival studios determined to cut their careers short, they need a breakout hit in order to succeed. Sam Warner has become enchanted with the notion of sound movies. He has also fallen in love with a young...
Published 12/11/23
“Part of being a good reporter” wrote Theo Wilson in 1996 “is to be anonymous, to stay out of the story so that you can better watch and study and listen to the principals. She couldn't do that...” Wilson was writing about his former friend, and one of the most remarkable journalists of the twentieth century, Dorothy Kilgallen. Give your life some extra magic by signing up at Patreon now! You'll get access to the complete Secret History of Hollywood catalogue, including THIN: The Thin Man...
Published 12/05/23
The original Hollywood epic Bullets And Blood tells the sometimes unbelievable, but true tale, of a Hollywood dynasty, every bit as thrilling, shocking and dramatic as any Hollywood blockbuster. In part one, a dynasty is about to begin in the wilds of Poland, where once upon a time, a Polish cobbler named Benjamin undertook a journey across the world in order to secure a brighter future for his endangered family. While 400 miles away in New York another future legend was trying to find his...
Published 11/29/23
Give your life some extra magic by signing up at Patreon now! You'll get access to the complete Secret History of Hollywood catalogue, including THIN: The Thin Man Story, The Adventures Of Alfred Hitchcock, The Game Is Afoot, Bullets And Blood, and much more... An ALL-NEW Classic Movie Library, designed from scratch - a whole new experience created to allow you to get the best out of Old Hollywood, including trailers, deeper information, and even curated playlists of films! Small Tales -...
Published 11/18/23
Give your month some extra magic by signing up at Patreon now! You'll get access to the complete Secret History of Hollywood catalogue, including THIN: The Thin Man Story, The Adventures Of Alfred Hitchcock, The Game Is Afoot, Bullets And Blood, and much more... An ALL-NEW Classic Movie Library, designed from scratch - a whole new experience created to allow you to get the best out of Old Hollywood, including trailers, deeper information, and even curated playlists of films! Bonus reviews,...
Published 11/01/23
Give your Spooktober some extra spark by signing up at Patreon now! You'll get access to the ENTIRE 7-HOUR Universal Horror Special - A Universe Of Horrors - as well as every other Secret History of Hollywood series, including THIN: The Thin Man Story, The Adventures Of Alfred Hitchcock, The Game Is Afoot, Bullets And Blood, and much more... Get early access to The Spooktober Spectacular later this week, featuring movie reviews and Halloween Old-Time Radio fun... A weekly visit from a Golden...
Published 10/17/23
The Universal Horror series is one of the most beloved movie franchises of all time, having laid the foundations for horror cinema as we know it. During the build-up to Halloween 2023, join me as we revisit seminal Secret History Of Hollywood series, A Universe Of Horrors, as well as several more small forays into the dark shadows of the silver screen that have haunted our dreams for so long... In part four, the Universal Horrors take their first true step into science fiction with a...
Published 10/09/23