Episodes

Dec 14, 2023

Actor, producer, and author Jimmy Hawkins shares his experience playing Tommy Bailey in IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE (1946), his thoughts on director Frank Capra and the film's impact, working in the early days of television ('The Ruggles,' 'Annie Oakley,' 'The Donna Reed Show,' 'My Three Sons'), and a recurring nightmare featuring Gene Autry. In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Nov 15, 2023

Emmy-winning actor Brian Rohan talks about being cast as "a Jimmy Stewart type," the warm reception he gets when appearing in character as George Bailey from 'It's A Wonderful Life,' and his time spent in Jimmy's hometown of Indiana, PA and in Seneca Falls, NY (known as the inspiration for Bedford Falls). In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Dec 3, 2018

Film professor and author Joseph McBride talks about working with Jimmy on the AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to James Stewart, the actor’s legacy, and the release of the Orson Welles film, ‘The Other Side of the Wind.’ In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

May 20, 2018

In a “lost” 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, and his return to the stage for 'Harvey' with Helen Hayes. Copyright Pete Martin Estate and William Martin, used with permission. In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Apr 29, 2018

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. Copyright Pete Martin Estate and William Martin, used with permission. In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Feb 21, 2018

In an audio interview found after 40 years, Saturday Evening Post writer W. Thornton “Pete” Martin talks with Jimmy Stewart at his home in July 1979, shortly after the passing of John Wayne. Copyright Pete Martin Estate and William Martin, used with permission. In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Dec 5, 2017

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. In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Aug 26, 2017

Peggy Helmerich (Peggy Dow) talks about working with actor Jimmy Stewart and director Henry Koster in 'Harvey' (1950), and ultimately leaving Hollywood to devote her life to family and charitable work. In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Jul 3, 2017

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. In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Dec 16, 2016

Actor and musician Bill Mumy (‘Lost In Space’) talks about working with Jimmy Stewart in the movie ‘Dear Brigitte,’ meeting Brigitte Bardot, and matchmaking for “Weird Al” Yankovic. In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Nov 29, 2016

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. In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Nov 11, 2016

Author Robert Matzen talks about his book, Mission: Jimmy Stewart and the Fight for Europe, chronicling actor James Stewart’s history as a trainer, pilot, and squadron commander in World War II. In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Oct 24, 2016

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. In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Oct 7, 2016

Founding board member of The Jimmy Stewart Museum, Carson Greene, Jr., talks about meeting Jimmy, organizing the Museum in Indiana, PA, hosting June Allyson, Janet Leigh, Ernest Borgnine, Carol Burnett, and more. In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Sep 22, 2016

Karolyn Grimes, who played “ZuZu” Bailey in ‘It’s A Wonderful Life,’ talks about how the classic film has inspired others to become “real-life George Baileys,” and recalls acting with Jimmy Stewart, John Wayne, Cary Grant, and more. In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Sep 6, 2016

Charles and Erna Reinhart talk about their book and blog chronicling actor Jimmy Stewart’s extensive radio and recording work. In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Aug 23, 2016

Judy Stewart talks about her family and her father Jimmy Stewart's legacy, including her time with him in England for the London production of ‘Harvey.’ In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Jun 29, 2016

Actor Jim Caviezel talks about meeting and drawing inspiration from Jimmy Stewart, his faith, and making ‘The Passion of the Christ.’ In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Jun 27, 2016

Carol Burnett talks with host Tim Vanderburg about her friendship with Jimmy and Gloria Stewart, and reflects on ‘The Carol Burnett Show.’ In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/ Podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter Podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan