That's Classic!

Linda Purl Dishes On Her Experiences With Fonzie, The Waltons, The Office, Patrick Duffy and more! Linda talks with John about her friendship with Donny Most from Happy Days, auditioning for Richie's girlfriend and Fonzie's girlfriend and how it was like working with family on Happy Days. Linda also chats about Henry Winkler off set, the magic of Garry Marshall, growing up acting in Japan, working with Rod Steiger, William Shatner in "Visiting Hours", Steve Carrell in The Office and also working on The Waltons! And of course she beams as she tells the story of how she and Patrick Duffy fell in love and so much more! Thanks Linda! Lindapurl.com - CD"S, autographs, etc. Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

Get An Exclusive Look Behind The Scenes of Dallas with Steve Kanaly "Ray Krebbs" In part one of this fabulous two part interviewSteve talks with John about his gutsy audition for Dallas, his very special relationship off camera with Larry Hagman and Patrick Duffy, how the pilot of Dallas had to be reshot and Jim Davis "Jock Ewing" Steve also chats Working with Priscilla Presley, Charlene Tilton and Victoria Principal. Steve tells the incredible story about meeting director, John Milius after his tour in Vietnam which leads to his break acting in "Judge Roy Bean" with Paul Newman and John Huston never acting before then! In addition, Steve talks about his contribution to "Apocalypse Now" based on an experience he had in Vietnam. Enjoy and don't miss part 2!! Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

Exclusive: Dive Deeper Into the Career of Steve Kanaly in this Revealing Interview Part 2. Steve continues chatting with John about playing Pretty Boy Floyd in the John Milius film, Dillinger and acting with Warren Oates, Ben Johnson, Harry Dean Stanton and Richard Dreyfuss, meeting Charlton Heston in a Vietnam War zone, and working with Steven Spielberg in his directorial debut, Sugarland Express. Steve tells the emotional story of directing his first Dallas episode on the same morning co-star, Patrick Duffy's parents were murdered, working with Sean Connery and Candace Bergen in The Wind and the Lion and his lifetime as a painter and his watercolor paintings. Thanks Steve so much, loved it! Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

Uncovering The Hidden Secrets Of Married With Children With Producer, Richard Gurman. Richard talks about his new book, Married with Children vs. the World, Ed O'Neill's audition for Married with Children, how the network didn't want Ed O'Neill and that David Faustino and Christina Applegate were not the first to be cast as Bud and Kelly Bundy. Richard talks about Katy Sagal bringing in the character's look and attitude to her audition, The crazy off set antics of the cast and crew of Married with Children, Megan Markle growing up on the set of Married with Children because of her father and Sam Kinison and Roseanne Barr originally being cast as Al and Peggy Bundy plus so much more! If you are a Married with Children fan or a lover of television and the start of a network don't miss this! Thank you Richard and what an awesome book.... Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

Unveiling Fun Secrets of The Brady Bunch & Gilligan's Island with producer Lloyd Schwartz! John and co-host, Bob Bergen chat with Lloyd Schwartz, producer of The Brady Bunch and Rescue from Gilligan's Island about what the Brady kids were like off set, his close relationship with Ann B. Davis "Alice" and the emotional toll of working with Robert Reed and his insults of his father, Sherwood Schwartz when shooting the Brady Bunch. Lloyd also talks about emotional storylines that affected the Brady kids in real life, working with Vincent Price on the Hawaii episodes and how he changed the Brady Bunch theme song. Also, Lloyd talks about Bob Denver, Alan Hale Jr., Jim Backus and other Gilligan's Island cast members off set through some very personal stories. In addition, Lloyd talks about his latest comedy film coming out "Love and Taxes", starring Jake Reiner, Rob Reiner's son and how they shot a full feature film in 3 days! Thanks Lloyd, we had a blast! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

Get An Exclusive Look Behind Love American Style With Actress Barbara Minkus! Barbara chats with John about being picked for Love American Style because of Garry Marshall, the producer of Laverne and Shirley, how she and Stuart Margolin from Rockford Files created the six years of vignettes they did on Love American Style and her relationship with Stuart Margolin near the end of his life. Barbara also talks her wonderful experience working with Merv Griffin, her troubling experience with Danny Kaye and working with Tom Bosley from Happy Days. Barbara also tells the story of keeping Gary Burghoff of MASH in show business. Enjoy and thanks Barbara! Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

Sheree J Wilson Opens Up: Her Fun & Emotional Journey On Walker Texas Ranger! Must-watch Interview! Sheree chats with John about what Chuck Norris was like off set, her close friendship with Chuck and the truly unbelievable moments that lead up to her being cast on Walker Texas Ranger! Sheree also talks the emotional journey she experienced as her co-star and friend, Clarence Gilyard battled cancer, the dangerous real life moments on Walker Texas Ranger and the action and emotional ride she went through on the show. She also talks about working with Noble Willingham and the fun times they had. Sheree is truly a blast to talk with, thank you Sheree so much for your openness! Sheree's MS Charity - the yellowrose.org or text 44321 and write CureMS Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

Exclusive Behind The Scenes Interview With Sheree J Wilson: Dallas Star Gets Candid And Hilarious! In this first part of a two part interview, Sheree is fantastic as she tells me about how she was cast on Dallas, her special relationship with Larry Hagman and Patrick Duffy as well as the pranks they played on the Dallas cast. Sheree chats about Linda Gray and her close relationship with Charlene Tilton, her favorite Dallas episodes and the incredible story of how she was discovered by Wilhemina Modeling and the unbelievable journey to becoming a major television star. So many fun Dallas moments, it's a lot of fun! Thanks Sheree! Sheree's MS Charity - the yellowrose.org or text 44321 and write CureMS Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

Charlotte Stewart aka Miss Beadle is back to answer the burning Little House questions sent in by fans! Charlotte talks about her memories of the episodes "The Troublemaker" "School Mom" "Little Girl Lost" and the amazing way snow was created for the "Blizzard" episode. Charlotte also chats about her influence in casting her husband on the show Joshua Bryant and the prank they played on Michael Landon while shooting a scene of Little House on the Prairie. Charlotte talks about how Victor French directed her, the way the cast shared dressing rooms and so many more fan questions answered. Thanks Charlotte!! Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

Nancy Olson, the last living cast member and Academy Award nominee for Sunset Boulevard! Nancy talks with John about getting her first big break into show business, the story behind how the director, Billy Wilder cast her in Sunset Boulevard by following her at the studio and her experience with leading men from Randolph Scott, Bing Crosby and William Holden. Nancy chats about Marilyn Monroe and her own crazy relationship with John F. Kennedy, plus her two marriages to Alan J. Lerner and Alan Livingston as well as having inspired one of the songs from "My Fair Lady" and entertaining the Beatles. This is an amazing look at the golden age of Hollywood and Nancy's experience later as well working with Walt Disney! Have fun and thanks Nancy! Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

Tracy Wells, known for her role in "Mr. Belvedere," unveils the heartfelt and hilarious moments she experienced in this Mr. Belvedere interview! From recounting her crush on Kirk Cameron during her stint on "Growing Pains" to heartwarming tales of camaraderie with Bob Uecker, Illene Graff, Rob Stone and Brice Beckham, Tracy also offers an intimate look at her personal trials. Amidst cherished on-set birthday celebrations and memorable guest stars, she reflects on the challenges of post-"Belvedere" career struggles. Tracy delves into her enduring bond with co-stars Bob Uecker and Christopher Hewett, her mother's passing during her run of the show and her own battle with a brain tumor. Tracy is inspiring and a whole of fun so enjoy the ride! Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

Mariel Hemingway, the granddaughter of Ernest Hemingway, Academy Award nominee for Woody Allen's film "Manhattan", as well as the star of "Star 80" and the television series "Civil Wars" chats with John like an open book into her life's successes and struggles with mental illness that led to the suicides of Ernest Hemingway and her sister, Margaux Hemingway. Mariel talks about being 18 years old and how difficult it was to grasp what it meant to be nominated for an Academy award, her time working with Woody Allen, Diane Keaton, her struggles growing up with alcoholic parents, and the advantages and disadvantages of being Ernest Hemingway's granddaughter. She also discusses both of her TV series "Civil Wars" and "Central Park West" and the health and wellness lifestyle she has created and shares in her podcast, plus her book "Out came the Sun". It is a fascinating interview with so many wonderful stories! Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

John talks with Wendi Lou Lee, Baby Grace from Little House on the Prairie, in this behind the scenes, endearing and fun interview! Wendi talks about her mother's relationship with Michael Landon, how she was cast as Baby Grace, her new book "Red Tail Feathers" Her surprise reunion with Michael Landon on Highway to Heaven and how her step-dad made her own life like a Little House life. Wendi also chats about her relationship with Charlotte Stewart, Alison Arngrim. Pamela Roylance, Dean Butler and all the Little House Fans!!!! In addition, she opens up about her brain tumor in 2015 and the effect it has had on her life and so much more! Enjoy!!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

John has a blast interviewing Christopher Atkins, from The Blue Lagoon, Dallas, The Pirate Movie in this behind the scenes hysterical & insightful Interview! Chris talks about the first time he met Brooke Shields, his romantic and sibling relationship with Brooke while shooting The Blue Lagoon and his unbelievable audition process to win his breakout role in The Blue Lagoon. Chris doesn't hold back as he discusses how the love scenes were shot and what it was like to live on a remote island for months. Chris chats about how he accidentally fell into modeling, shooting The Pirate Movie with Kristy McNichol, and how his kids helped him to become sober. So many stories told through humor even meeting his wife, a former Playboy playmate! Enjoy! Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

If there ever was a classic this is it! John interviews Karolyn Grimes, "Zuzu", from It's a Wonderful Life and "Debbie" from The Bishop's Wife in this Behind the Scenes fun interview! Karolyn has a great time talking about her personal memories of filming It's a Wonderful Life, how Jimmy Stewart spoke with her on the set and later found he at the age of 40, skating with Cary Grant between takes on The Bishop's Wife and how Frank Capra created a new type of snow for It's a Wonderful Life! Karolyn talks about how Henry Koster, the director of The Bishop's Wife incorporated a bust of his wife into the film, her talks with Maureen O'Hara while shooting Rio Grande with John Wayne, the tragic deaths of her parents that lead to the end of her career and her special connection to the legacy of It's a Wonderful Life! This a treasure trove of old Hollywood that I hope you will enjoy! Thanks Karolyn! Karolyn Grimes website - Zuzu.net Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the show. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

ina Cole "Katie" from My Three Sons answers fan questions sent in to That's Classic! in this fun and insightful interview! John and Tina have a great time as Tina talks about how she dealt with the final days before Don Grady's passing, her relationship with Meredith MacRae, teaching Alan Young from "Mr. Ed" how to pirouette, meeting the Beatles as well as her not so good meeting with the Rolling Stones! Tina also discusses how the King Family members were paid, the big budgets for their specials, singing with Ray Bolger from "The Wizard of Oz' in the original scarecrow hat and much more! As always, appreciate you Tina! Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

John talks with Haywood Nelson, Duane from What's Happening! in this behind the scenes, hysterical and personal interview! Haywood talks about how he influenced the name of the show, What's Happening!, his initial wild audition process for the show, working with Redd Foxx and Richard Pryor as well as audiitoning with Laurence Fishburne and Giancarlo Esposito! Duane discusses his special relationship with Fred Berry "Rerun" and the huge effect Fred had on his life. He also discusses the passing of Shirley Hemphill and Mabel King as well as Fred Berry. So much more including working with Marlo Thomas and how Gene Gene the dancing machine came about on the Gong Show. This is a fun interview and very touching as well, enjoy! Thanks a bunch Haywood! Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

ohn chats with Clint Howard in this Behind the Scenes, fun and very personal interview. Clints talks about what a special big brother, Ron is as well as his collaboration with him as a director. Clint talks about working with Robert DeNiro on Backdraft, his mission control scene in Apollo 13, working in the Everglades with his Dad, Rance on Gentle Ben, the Andy Griffith Show and working on the Wraith with Charlie Sheen. Clint also talks about the kindness of Adam Sandler and Henry Winkler, his Mom and her sacrifices until she found acting again in later life and also his experience on Night Gallery and Balok on Star Trek. There is even more, enjoy! Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

Stanley Livingston, Chip from My Three Sons chats with John in this fun and heartwarming, behind the scenes interview! Stanley discusses his relationship with Fred MacMurray over the 12 seasons of My Three Sons, his special bond with William Frawley, his brother Barry Livingston, and working with Paul Newman. Stanley also discusses slowly getting to like William Demarest, knowing Tony Dow from Leave it to Beaver as a young kid, how he was discovered by a Holly wood agent and much more! Thanks a bunch Stanley! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

Charlotte Stewart, Miss Beadle from Little House on the Prairie has a blast talking with John in this interview! Charlotte chats about her unbelievable first audition with Michael Landon, meeting Melissa Gilbert for the first time, flashbacks of her own grandmother being on the Little House set, and bringing her parents to meet and have lunch with William Frawley on My Three Sons. She also talks about her fling with Ralph Waite from The Waltons and her 5 day road trip with Jim Morrison and so much more! Just an amazing woman. Thanks so much Charlotte! Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Charlotte's book - Little House in the Hollywood Hills: A Bad Girl's Guide to Becoming Miss Beadle, Mary X and Me Link to Marina Coates "Mockingbird Lane" to see the re-creations of famous television homes: https://www.youtube.com/@marinacoatesMockingbirdLane Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support