
Talking um ... uh ... Jimmy Stewart
Host Tim Vanderburg talks with people who were associated with actor and veteran Jimmy Stewart, and those influenced and inspired by his legacy.
Episodes
19 episodes
Jimmy Hawkins on starring in 'It's A Wonderful Life' and the film's enduring legacy
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 Oak...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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1:01:53

Brian Rohan, actor
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 ...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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34:17

Joseph McBride, film historian
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.’
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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1:09:15

Jimmy Stewart lost interview, 1977
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 E...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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47:22

Jimmy Stewart lost interview, July 1979, part 2
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...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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1:05:55

Jimmy Stewart lost interview, July 1979, part 1
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...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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1:12:13

Scott Eyman, author of Hank & Jim: The Fifty-Year Friendship of Henry Fonda and James Stewart
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 Hitchc...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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27:46

Peggy Dow Helmerich on working with Jimmy Stewart in ‘Harvey’
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.
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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56:51

Kelly Stewart Harcourt
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 ...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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38:12

Bill Mumy
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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39:20

Kim Novak
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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32:25

Robert Matzen, author of Mission: Jimmy Stewart and the Fight for Europe
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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45:53

Rich Little
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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14:23

Carson Greene, Jr.
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:15:55

Karolyn “Zuzu” Grimes
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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36:58

Charles and Erna Reinhart, authors of Jimmy Stewart on the Air
Charles and Erna Reinhart talk about their book and blog chronicling actor Jimmy Stewart’s extensive radio and recording work.
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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32:31

Judy Stewart
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.’
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:05:35
