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Noah and Matthew dive into Robert S. Bader's new book, Zeppo: The Reluctant Marx Brother, the first-ever biography of the universally acknowledged youngest Marx Brother. The guys explore Zeppo's life of career shifts, ties to organized crime, and strained family relationships. They delve into why he didn't bask in the glory of the Marxes' 1960's and 70's resurgence, and find proof of his rumored great wit. Oh, and Matthew discovers a Groucho “Holy Grail” buried in Bader's pages... Not too spoilery, this episode is a must-listen whether you've read the book or not.
GGACP celebrates January's National Book Blitz Month and the recent release of the book "Zeppo: the Reluctant Marx Brother" by presenting this ENCORE of a 2017 interview with author, archivist and Marx Brothers fanatic Robert S. Bader. Also in this episode: Gummo goes to war, Harpo “courts” Amelia Earhart, Groucho cashes in on “Skidoo” and Gilbert pals around with Chico's daughter. PLUS: Swain's Rats & Cats! The real-life Sunshine Boys! Bugsy Siegel buys the farm! Dennis Hopper plays Napoleon! And the mystery of the disappearing Marx Brother! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Marx Brothers Historian Robert S. Bader returns to discuss his new book, Zeppo: The Reluctant Marx Brother.
L.A.'s notorious 405 Thanksgiving traffic jam is built on a myth. Is ambivalence killing parenthood? GUEST: Robert S. Bader, author of Zeppo: The Reluctant Marx Brother.
Paul goes behind the curtain with an interview that will charm Marx Brothers fans in a big way. Joining in the conversation about the legendary comedic brothers and geniuses is Groucho's Grandson, Andy Marx who is an award-winning photographer, writer and musician in his own right. Not only was Groucho his grandfather, but his other grandfather was […]
In Cineversary podcast episode #61, host Erik Martin commemorates the 90th anniversary of the Marx Brothers' comedy classic Duck Soup, directed by Leo McCarey. His copilot this month is Robert S. Bader, director of the documentary Groucho & Cavett and author of Four of the Three Musketeers: The Marx Brothers on Stage. Erik and Robert will examine the lasting comedic power and influence of Duck Soup and the Marx Brothers and what makes this film worthy of kudos nine decades since its release. Learn more about the Cineversary podcast at www.cineversary.com and email show comments or suggestions to cineversarypodcast@gmail.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cineversary/support
Robert S. Bader discusses his updated biography of The Marx Brothers and his new book Speaking Of Harpo, the memoir of Harpo Marx's widow, Susan Fleming Marx.
BREAKING NEWS! The first Hirschfeld drawing of the Marx Brothers has been found/confirmed. Robert S. Bader joins David and Katherine to discuss the new find. Follow along and see all of the drawings as you listen in the show notes. ------------------------------------------------- The first drawing of the Marx Brothers (June 8, 1935) Spencer Tracy (MGM June 1935) Laurel and Hardy (MGM June 1935) A Night at the Opera Jailbirds of Paradise The Stages at Cinema Cathedrals Cracked Iceman Merrily We Roll Along The Big Store
Listen in as we interview writer and producer, Robert S. Bader, on the documentary Ali & Cavett: The Tales of Tapes and review the films A Wrinkle in Time, A Doggone Adventure, Cat in the Hat Season 2, Lily's Driftwood Bay: Season 1 and the Sayin It Sam App. Hosts Keefer B. and Sahiba K. are joined by KIDS FIRST! Film Critics Alejandra, Nathaniel, Jolleen, Raquel, Damon, Rohan, Nathalia, Izzy and Dariana. Before you spend your hard earned dollars at the movies, be sure to listen to what our youth reporters have to say.
Listen in as we interview writer and producer, Robert S. Bader, on the documentary Ali & Cavett: The Tales of Tapes and review the films A Wrinkle in Time, A Doggone Adventure, Cat in the Hat Season 2, Lily’s Driftwood Bay: Season 1 and the Sayin It Sam App. Hosts Keefer B. and Sahiba K. are joined by KIDS FIRST! Film Critics Alejandra, Nathaniel, Jolleen, Raquel, Damon, Rohan, Nathalia, Izzy and Dariana. Before you spend your hard earned dollars at the movies, be sure to listen to what our youth reporters have to say.
With its upcoming premiere at the South by Southwest Film Festival Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes directed by Robert S. Bader tells the extraordinary story of a famous friendship played out before a captivated national audience Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes, directed by Robert S. Bader, shares the rich history of the Muhammed Ali and Dick Cavett’s relationship that spanned decades and late night TV. From his 1960’s Olympic Gold Medal win, the heavyweight championship against Sonny Liston in 1964, to joining the Nation of Islam, refusing induction into the United States Army, and his legendarily epic battles in the ring with Joe Frazier and George Foreman, Muhammad Ali remained a unique and powerful force of nature in our popular culture. More than any sports documentary, this unique film deeply delves into hotly contended political and social matters that remain equally as relevant today. Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes Director Robert S. Bader produced the acclaimed documentaries Dick Cavett’s Watergate and Dick Cavett’s Vietnam for PBS. He is the writer and producer of the Warner Bros. documentary The Dawn of Sound: How Movies Learned to Talk, and the author of Four of the Three Musketeers: The Marx Brothers on Stage. Legendary television host Dick Cavett joins us to talk about his 53-year relationship with “the greatest of all time,” Muhammad Ali. Check out the SXSW screening schedule for Ali & Cavett: Tale of the Tapes
Lokke Heiss on the Pordenone Silent Film Festival 2017 • Thomas Reeder, author of Henry "Pathe" Lehrman and the Birth of Silent Comedy • Robert S. Bader, author of Four of the Three Musketeers: The Marx Brothers on Stage
The Stuph File Program Featuring Robert S. Bader, author of Four of the Three Musketeers: The Marx Brothers on Stage; IT specialist Nick Paras, president & founder of Alpha Computing Solutions, on preventing computer hacking; and Stuart Nulman with another edition of Book Banter Download Before film made them international comedy legends, the Marx Brothers developed their comedic skills on stage over a period of a quarter of a century. Robert S. Bader chronicles that era with his book Four of the Three Musketeers: The Marx Brothers on Stage. By the year 2020 billions of devices will be connected to the internet. With all this technology, consumers are exposed to an increased risk of falling victim to criminal activity such as being hacked. We get some security tips from information technology expert, Nick Paras, president and founder of Alpha Computing Solutions. Stuart Nulman with another edition of Book Banter. This week’s reviewed book is Cross Kill written by James Patterson, (Little, Brown, $5.99). This week’s opening slate is presented by former broadcaster turned high school teacher, Kevin Holden.
Directed by Leo McCarey, Duck Soup (1933) was the last of the four Marx Brothers' run at Paramount. A send-up of politics and warmongering, Duck Soup is an anarchic collection of sight gags, wordplay, and surrealism in which Groucho Marx plays Rufus T. Firefly, the man who will save Freedonia from disaster, despite the efforts of Chicolini (Chico Marx) and Pinky (Harpo Marx), two Sylvanian spies.Guest this week include Robert S. Bader (author of Four of the Three Musketeers: The Marx Brothers on Stage), Robert Weide (producer of Marx Brothers in a Nutshell) and Joseph Adamson (author of Groucho, Harpo, Chico and Sometimes Zeppo: A History of the Marx Brothers and a Satire on the Rest of the World).Rob St. Mary and Jon Cross join Mike to discuss Duck Soup and the Marx Brothers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Special Guest: Robert S. Bader, Robert Weide, Joseph AdamsonGuest Co-Host: Rob St. Mary, Jon CrossDirected by Leo McCarey, Duck Soup (1933) was the last of the four Marx Brothers' run at Paramount. A send-up of politics and warmongering, Duck Soup is an anarchic collection of sight gags, wordplay, and surrealism in which Groucho Marx plays Rufus T. Firefly, the man who will save Freedonia from disaster, despite the efforts of Chicolini (Chico Marx) and Pinky (Harpo Marx), two Sylvanian spies.Guest this week include Robert S. Bader (author of Four of the Three Musketeers: The Marx Brothers on Stage), Robert Weide (producer of Marx Brothers in a Nutshell) and Joseph Adamson (author of Groucho, Harpo, Chico and Sometimes Zeppo: A History of the Marx Brothers and a Satire on the Rest of the World).Rob St. Mary and Jon Cross join Mike to discuss Duck Soup and the Marx Brothers.