Before there were sex tapes, there were sex tapes. Before there were stars who became bigger stars when their private porn went public, there were porn stars. Traci Lords. The first, the best, the O.G. Hardcore since ’84. From the Peabody-nominated C13Originals studios and Vanity Fair's Lili Anolik, comes Once Upon a Time… in the Valley, featuring Ashley West. In the roaring 1980s X world, Traci Lords reigned supreme. No one questioned her right to sovereignty. Only, it turned out, the biggest star in Adult, wasn’t one. As America would discover in July 1986, when the FBI busted down her door. Traci Lords was really Nora Kuzma, who entered the industry as a 15-year-old high school sophomore. Traci, the victim, was saved. And the industry, the villain, was very nearly destroyed. But what if the victim here was also the villain; the villain, also the victim? Once Upon a Time… in the Valley is the world's first real-life psychological thriller and porno-noir mystery. Just think Boogie Nights—if Boogie Nights had a three-way with Gone Girl and A Star is Born.
The Once Upon a Time? In the Valley podcast is an incredibly captivating and well-produced show that delves into the scandalous story of former adult film star Traci Lords. With its intriguing subject matter, excellent reporting, and engaging storytelling, this podcast is sure to keep listeners hooked from start to finish.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is its ability to draw in listeners with its fascinating subject matter. While I initially thought I wouldn't be interested in a story about the porn industry in the 80s, the podcast proved me wrong. The way it dives into Traci Lords' life and career, exploring the complexities and controversies surrounding her, is truly compelling. Additionally, the podcast intertwines this story with cultural references from the time period, such as Bennington College and influential authors like Bret Easton Ellis and Donna Tartt. This adds depth and context to the narrative, making it even more engaging for fans of 80s culture.
Furthermore, the podcast is expertly reported and researched. Host Lili Anolik does a fantastic job of uncovering details and conducting interviews that shed light on Traci Lords' experiences in the adult film industry. Her dedication to uncovering the truth behind this scandal shines through in every episode. The production value is also top-notch, with great sound quality and seamless editing that keeps the pace lively and ensures a smooth listening experience.
However, one downside of The Once Upon a Time? In the Valley podcast is that it can be quite explicit at times. Given its subject matter involving adult films, there are graphic descriptions that may not be suitable for all listeners or those sensitive to explicit content. While it's important for a true crime podcast to delve into uncomfortable topics at times, some listeners may find certain episodes too explicit or uncomfortable.
In conclusion, The Once Upon a Time? In the Valley podcast is an addictive listen that excels in storytelling and investigative journalism. Its ability to make an unlikely topic captivating, coupled with its strong reporting and production value, sets it apart from other investigative podcasts. While its explicit content may not appeal to all listeners, those who can handle it will surely be enthralled by this true crime story from the 80s.
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Bennington and New York City. Autumn, 1985-spring, 1986. Less Than Zero is published and Bret becomes a cultural phenomenon. Bret also becomes a college senior. The most famous artist of the 20th century crashes his graduation party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bennington. Autumn, 1983-Spring, 1986. Donna begins The Secret History. Donna throws tea parties and frequents martini hours. Donna bides her time. Jonathan drops out of Bennington only to hang around Bennington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Bennington. Spring, 1983-Spring, 1985. Bret lives The Rules of Attraction, then sells Less Than Zero. Bret befriends David Lipsky, then be-enemies David Lipsky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mississippi, 1963-1982. Donna's origin story. And Lord Jim... revealed? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Winter, 1982-1983. Over Non-Resident term, Donna gets closer to Jonathan, and becomes Paul McGloin's "Burning Boy." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bennington. Autumn, 1982. Donna falls under the thrall of a magus-like professor, and the very small, very elite, very male band of students to whom he teaches Ancient Greek. “I can absolutely distinctly remember the three of them, and then the four of them—the three guys but then the four. The guys with Donna.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bennington. Autumn, 1982. Bret and Donna go on a date. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Los Angeles, 1981-1982. “This rumor went around in 1981, 1982, that kids just were brought to see the body of another kid.” The origin story of Bret Easton Ellis (and Less Than Zero), Part Two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Bennington. Autumn, 1982. Donna, Jonathan and Bret arrive on the campus of the school nicknamed “The Little Red Whorehouse on the Hill.” One of them comes with a steamer trunk. One of them comes with a Kangol cap. One of them comes with a “suitcase full of drugs.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's the groves of academe: Bennington College, the wildest and wickedest school in America. In the last great decade: the 1980s. Bennington class of '86, class of Bret Easton Ellis, future writer of American Psycho and co-leader of the literary Brat Pack; Jonathan Lethem, future writer of Motherless Brooklyn and MacArthur Fellow; and Donna Tartt, future writer of The Secret History and Pulitzer Prize winner. All three are, at various times, infatuated and disappointed with one another, their friendships stimulated and fueled by rivalry as much as affection. And all three will mythologize Bennington in their fiction—fiction that, as we'll discover, isn't always fiction, is often fact—and thereby become myths themselves. From the Peabody-nominated C13Originals studios and Vanity Fair's Lili Anolik, comes the latest installment in the “Once Upon a Time…” franchise, Once Upon a Time… at Bennington College. This is a tale of money, murder, madness, and—of course—genius. This is, too, a multi-dimensional expose: the secret history of The Secret History revealed; the secret history of three of the greatest writers of Generation X revealed; and the secret history of Generation X itself revealed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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A crucial new piece of information comes to light. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Traci Lords as the key to pop culture in the late 20th and early 21st century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The mystery is (maybe) solved. And we hear directly—and at length—from 1985 Traci, in a never-before-aired interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We return to the Valley, and it looks a whole lot different this time around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Meet Troy Matherly, the heart of this story. The heart of Nora's story, and of Traci's story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We leave the Valley and Traci Lords behind; go back to Redondo Beach and to Traci Lords before she was Traci Lords, when she was Nora Kuzma. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The adult industry is screwed. The question is: Who's doing the screwing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The only thing wilder than Traci on camera, is Traci off camera. Also: Traci gets a rival; Traci gets a company; Traci gets a passport; and Traci gets busted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Traci goes from adult model to adult actress to adult phenomenon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Traci lands the Penthouse centerfold--and the studliest stud in porn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A 15-year-old Redondo Union High sophomore learns to fake it so she can make it... as a nude model. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's 1986. The San Fernando Valley. And, it turns out, the biggest star in Adult, isn't one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome to Once Upon a Time… in the Valley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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