Before he was "One of the Hollywood Ten"

Herbert J. Biberman, the screenwriter, director and left-wing activist, was once one of the most well-known men in show biz - but not, unfortunately for his talent or his intellect. 

In 1950, he became famous for being one of the "Hollywood Ten," a group of men known for their opposition to politically-motivated industry blacklists - and facing prison for refusing to cooperate with the House Un-American Activities Committee.

But Biberman's Philadelphia origin story is almost completely unknown - because he wanted it that way. We investigate that story in this episode, and uncover much that had been hidden or unexamined - until now

For photos and images of Biberman, as well as many of the other people and plays we mention in this episode, go to our photo essay on Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/posts/images-for-he-of-119082063