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Susan Schnall and Trevor Howard are both members of Veterans For Peace who are calling on present-day U.S. soldiers and national guardsman to be ready to disobey unlawful orders from the Trump regime.
Eon Huntley is a retail worker, union activist, former PTA president and democratic socialist. He is running against a pro-corporate incumbent in Assembly District 56 (Bed-Stuy, Crown Heights) on Zohran Mamdani's affordability agenda. Huntley's friend and ally Jabari Brisport is running hard for his fourth term in the New York State Senate in an overlapping Central Brooklyn district. We caught up with both of them on Tuesday for a live interview from their shared campaign headquarters on Tompkins Avenue in the heart of Bed-Stuy. Susan Schnall and Trevor Howard are both members of Veterans For Peace who are calling on present-day U.S. soldiers and national guardsman to be ready to disobey unlawful orders from the Trump regime.
Most business owners believe growth comes from working harder, longer, and pushing through with massive bursts of effort. But what if the secret to long-term business success isn't intensity at all—it's consistency? In this episode of SoTellUs Time, Trevor and Troy Howard break down why the most successful businesses aren't built on occasional moments of motivation but on small, repeatable actions performed consistently over time. Whether you're running a home service company, childcare center, salon, medical practice, law firm, or any small business, this episode will help you understand how sustainable growth is created through systems, habits, and disciplined execution. You'll learn why hustle culture often leads to burnout, how consistency creates compounding results, and the simple strategies business owners can implement immediately to create predictable growth. If you've ever felt stuck in the cycle of working harder without seeing lasting results, this episode is for you. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✅ Why intensity-based growth often fails ✅ The hidden dangers of relying on motivation ✅ How consistency creates compound business growth ✅ Why customers trust predictable businesses ✅ The connection between systems and long-term success ✅ How consistent follow-up increases sales ✅ Why ongoing marketing beats occasional marketing campaigns ✅ How small process improvements create major results ✅ The role of habits in business scalability ✅ Practical ways to build consistency into your organization Key Takeaways Successful businesses don't grow because of one amazing month. They grow because leaders consistently: • Follow up with leads • Ask for customer reviews • Improve processes • Train employees • Communicate with customers • Track important metrics • Execute proven systems Consistency creates momentum. Momentum creates growth. Growth creates opportunity. And it all starts with small actions repeated over time. Perfect For: Small Business Owners Entrepreneurs Home Service Companies Childcare Centers Marketing Professionals Business Coaches Sales Leaders Startup Founders Service Businesses Team Leaders Franchise Owners Anyone Looking to Scale a Business About SoTellUs Time SoTellUs Time is the podcast where Trevor Howard and Troy Howard discuss business growth, leadership, customer experience, marketing, reviews, automation, AI, entrepreneurship, and proven strategies to help businesses grow smarter and faster. Learn more about SoTellUs:
Meteor (1979) AIP Production #7809 Jeff and Cheryl prepare for a disaster of epic proportions in Meteor. Screenplay by Stanley Mann and Edmund H. North Story by Edmund H. North Produced by Arnold Orgolini and Theodore Parvin Directed by Ronald Neame Starring: Sean Connery as Paul Bradley Natalie Wood as Tatiana Donskaya Karl Malden as Harry Sherwood Brian Keith as Dr. Dubov Martin Landau as General Adlon Trevor Howard as Sir Michael Hughes Richard Dysart as Secretary of Defense Henry Fonda as The President A Sandy Howard / Gabriel Katzka / Sir Run Run Shaw PresentationReleased by American International / A Filmways Company View the Meteor trailer here.Stream Meteor on Tubi or Fawesome, or rent it on Prime Video or Apple TV+ Visit our website - https://aippod.com/ and follow the American International Podcast on Letterboxd, Instagram and Threads @aip_pod and on Facebook at facebook.com/AmericanInternationalPodcast Get your American International Podcast merchandise at our store. Our open and close includes clips from the following films/trailers: How to Make a Monster (1958), The Brain That Wouldn't Die (1962), I Was a Teenage Werewolf (1957), High School Hellcats (1958), Beach Blanket Bingo (1965), The Wild Angels (1966), It Conquered the World (1956), The Abominable Dr. Phibes (1971), and Female Jungle (1955)
What is "average" really costing your business? In this episode of SoTellUs Time, Trevor Howard and Troy Howard break down the hidden cost of tolerating average performance in your business—and why mediocrity is never neutral. Whether you run a home service business, childcare center, local service company, or growing organization, allowing average employees, average follow-up, average customer service, and average leadership standards can quietly destroy your culture, customer experience, growth, and peace of mind. Too many business owners keep people around because they are "not terrible." They show up. They do enough. They stay just above the line. But here's the real question: would you clone them? Would you want an entire team of people who operate at that level? If the answer is no, then you may already be paying the price for tolerating average without realizing how deep that cost really goes. In this episode, we talk about how average performance spreads across a company. What you tolerate becomes the standard. When one team member gets away with doing the minimum, avoiding initiative, failing to follow up quickly, delivering inconsistent customer experiences, or refusing to take ownership, the rest of the team notices. High performers start asking themselves why they work so hard when others do less and get treated the same. Over time, your strongest people either disengage or leave—and your culture starts drifting toward the lowest acceptable standard. We also break down how average hurts your customer experience. Customers do not judge your business by your intention. They judge it by what they experience. A slow response. A missed call. A weak follow-up. A team member who solves the technical problem but never builds trust. A teacher who supervises children but never truly engages with them or communicates well with parents. These things may seem small in the moment, but they create uncertainty, lower confidence, and erode trust. For childcare businesses, average can show up in teachers or staff members who cover the basics but fail to create meaningful parent communication, child engagement, warmth, and reassurance. Parents are not just paying for supervision—they are trusting you with the people they love most. Even small gaps in communication, enthusiasm, attentiveness, or consistency can create doubts that affect retention, referrals, and reputation. For home service businesses, average often shows up in technicians or office staff who get the job done but fail to create a memorable experience. They may fix the problem, but they do not educate the customer, build connection, communicate clearly, offer additional value, or create the kind of trust that leads to reviews, referrals, repeat business, and long-term loyalty. In a competitive market, being average is expensive. Customers remember how you made them feel, not just whether the task got done. This conversation also covers one of the biggest problems business owners face: average employees cap growth. You cannot scale excellence on an average team. When your team does not execute at a high level, the owner becomes the bottleneck. You end up fixing mistakes, handling escalations, checking work, answering questions that should not need to be asked, redoing tasks, and carrying a mental load that keeps you trapped in the day-to-day. Instead of leading, building systems, improving marketing, growing revenue, and creating the future of the business, you stay stuck managing preventable problems. We also talk about the emotional toll average takes on owners and leaders. The constant frustration. The repeated reminders. The silent disappointment. The energy drain that comes from knowing things are not being done the right way. Many owners live in a cycle of thinking, "Why can't they just do it right?" That frustration affects not only operations, but also leadership clarity, strategic thinking, and personal peace. The longer average is tolerated, the more exhausted the owner becomes. So why do we tolerate average in the first place? In this episode, Trevor and Troy unpack the real reasons. Sometimes it is fear. "It is hard to find good people right now." "At least they show up." "I do not have time to replace them." "I do not want the drama of another hard conversation." Other times it is a leadership issue. Expectations are unclear. Standards are not written down. Performance is not measured. Owners hint instead of being direct. They hope things improve without ever clearly addressing the gap. That is where this episode becomes practical. We do not just talk about the problem—we talk about how to fix it. We walk through how to define what great actually looks like in your business. That means getting specific about response times, communication expectations, ownership, follow-up, customer interaction standards, attitude, consistency, initiative, and performance. Great cannot be vague. If your team cannot see it, they cannot hit it. If you cannot measure it, you cannot enforce it. We also talk about the importance of direct conversations. Not emotional conversations. Not vague frustration. Clear, respectful leadership. Here is the gap. Here is the expectation. Here is what needs to change. Too many leaders delay the conversation and then wonder why performance stays the same. Clarity is kindness, and avoiding the issue only increases the cost. Another key part of raising standards is reinforcing excellence. If you want a high-performance culture, you have to reward and recognize it. Celebrate top performers. Create opportunities for people who raise the standard. Tie excellence to growth, leadership roles, bonuses, raises, and trust. Great people want to know it matters when they go above and beyond. And yes, we talk about the hard truth: sometimes people will not rise to the standard. When that happens, you have to be willing to make changes. Keeping the wrong person is often far more expensive than replacing them. The hidden cost shows up in morale, customer trust, lost sales, lost referrals, poor reviews, operational drag, and your own energy as the owner. This episode is for business owners, entrepreneurs, operators, managers, and leaders who know their company cannot grow beyond the standard they tolerate. If you want to build a stronger team, improve customer experience, increase reviews and referrals, protect your culture, and grow a business that does not depend on constant owner intervention, this conversation is for you. If you are serious about improving customer experience, getting more reviews, converting more leads, and building a business that scales with stronger systems and higher standards, make sure you check out SoTellUs. SoTellUs helps businesses generate more video reviews, build trust, improve conversions, and create better customer communication that drives growth. Subscribe to SoTellUs Time for more episodes on business growth, leadership, customer experience, marketing, reviews, culture, systems, and how to build a business that actually works. In this episode, we cover: The hidden cost of average employees How mediocrity spreads through company culture Why high performers disengage when average is tolerated How average customer service hurts reviews, referrals, and trust Why average performance makes the owner the bottleneck The emotional and operational toll on business owners Why leaders tolerate average too long How to define clear performance standards How to have direct conversations that create change Why rewarding excellence matters When it is time to replace the wrong person Chapters: 00:00 – The hidden cost of tolerating average 02:00 – What "average" looks like in real businesses 04:00 – How average lowers your team's standard 06:00 – How average hurts customer experience 07:30 – How average caps business growth 08:45 – How average drains the owner 10:00 – Why leaders tolerate average 12:00 – How to raise the standard 14:30 – Final challenge for business owners Connect with SoTellUs: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sotellus Website: https://www.sotellus.com Watch more episodes from SoTellUs Time for advice on: business leadership, customer service, team culture, employee performance, entrepreneurship, scaling a business, home services marketing, childcare business growth, review marketing, customer experience strategy, leadership development, small business systems, service business growth, accountability, management, and business success. 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You think you're delivering a great experience… but your customers might be quietly walking away. In this powerful episode of SoTellUs Time, Trevor Howard breaks down one of the most overlooked (and expensive) problems in business today: the Customer Experience Gap. Whether you run a home service business, childcare center, salon, med spa, or any service-based company, this episode will open your eyes to what your customers are actually experiencing—and why small moments are costing you bookings, enrollments, reviews, and long-term loyalty. If you've ever wondered why: Leads don't convert Tours don't turn into enrollments Estimates don't close Customers don't come back Reviews are inconsistent
Ever feel like you're working hard, but nothing is moving forward? In this episode of SoTellUs Time, Trevor Howard breaks down exactly how to build momentum when you feel stuck in business, leadership, marketing, or life. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, plateaued, burned out, or stuck second-guessing your next move, this conversation will help you stop overthinking and start creating real progress. The truth is, momentum is not something you wait for. Momentum is something you create. Most people think being stuck means they need a better strategy, but in many cases, being stuck is really an action problem. When you stop waiting for perfect timing, perfect clarity, and perfect conditions, you can finally start moving again. In this episode, we talk about why people get stuck in the first place. Sometimes it's because there are too many problems and no clear starting point. Sometimes it's perfectionism and fear of making the wrong decision. Sometimes it's discouragement from not seeing immediate results. And sometimes it's plain fatigue and burnout. No matter what the cause is, the solution almost always starts with action. We shares practical ways to create momentum fast, including how to shrink the target so progress feels manageable again. Instead of trying to fix everything at once, focus on one small, meaningful action. One client follow-up. One system improvement. One piece of content. One revenue-producing move. Small wins create big momentum, and the fastest way to get unstuck is to lower the barrier to action. You'll also hear why imperfect action beats overthinking every single time. Clarity does not come from sitting still and analyzing every option forever. Clarity comes from movement. It comes from sending the email, making the uncomfortable call, testing the idea, launching before you feel fully ready, and learning as you go. If you've been waiting until everything feels certain, this episode will help you break that cycle. Another major principle in this episode is learning how to stack small wins daily. Momentum compounds like interest. Trevor shares a simple framework you can use every day: 1 revenue activity 1 operational improvement 1 relationship touchpoint This daily discipline helps build confidence, create visible progress, reduce overwhelm, and keep your business moving forward even when motivation is low. We also talk about something many entrepreneurs and leaders overlook: your environment. Sometimes you are not stuck because your strategy is bad. Sometimes you are stuck because your energy is stale. A change in environment can create a powerful reset. That could mean working from a different location, changing your routine, reviewing your wins from the past 90 days, or talking to someone outside your business who can give you fresh perspective. Sometimes you do not need a new plan. You need new energy. One of the most powerful parts of this episode is the reminder that you do not have to build momentum alone. You can borrow momentum from other people. Accountability partners, team check-ins, coaching, mastermind groups, and public commitments can all help you move faster and stay consistent. Momentum is contagious, and getting around people who are moving can help you start moving too. If you are an entrepreneur, business owner, salesperson, marketer, leader, or anyone trying to grow in business and life, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you take action now. This is not just motivation. This is a simple, tactical framework for getting unstuck and building forward progress. In this episode, we cover: How to build momentum when you feel stuck Why overwhelm and perfectionism keep people frozen How to stop overthinking and take action Why small wins matter more than giant plans How to create clarity through movement A simple daily framework for consistent progress How changing your environment can reset your energy Why accountability and borrowed momentum matter How to overcome burnout, discouragement, and plateaus How business owners and leaders can regain traction quickly If you've been asking yourself how to get unstuck, how to stay motivated, how to regain momentum in business, or how to stop feeling paralyzed by big goals, this episode is for you. Your challenge after watching: What is ONE action you can take in the next hour? You do not need to solve everything today. You just need to start moving. 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In this episode, we sit down with two operators who feel like our West Coast twins. Same mindset. Same approach. Same belief that sharing the process matters just as much as the outcome. What began in an apartment bedroom grew into a highly successful real estate business by documenting the journey in real time, staying transparent through both the wins and the mistakes, and allowing relationships to compound over years. We talk about how building in public created trust before scale, why podcasting and content became a force multiplier for their network and deal flow, and how visibility turned into a real competitive advantage in a crowded industry. This conversation is not about hype. It is about consistency, credibility, and doing the work while people are watching. If you are building a business or growing a portfolio and wondering whether to share your journey before it feels ready, this episode will change how you think about visibility, leverage, and what it really takes to build something that lasts. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES
You can't scale a business when Sales, Marketing, and Operations are pulling in different directions. That's how you end up with bad leads, missed expectations, burned-out teams, and frustrated customers. In this episode of SoTellUs Time, Trevor Howard breaks down how to create real alignment between Sales, Marketing, and Operations—so your business stops feeling chaotic and starts growing predictably. This isn't theory. This is practical, owner-level strategy you can implement immediately. The Real Cost of Misalignment Marketing is generating leads Sales is frustrated with "bad leads" Operations is overwhelmed trying to deliver what was promised The problem isn't effort. The problem is alignment. When these three core departments aren't aligned, growth feels stressful and unpredictable. When they are aligned, growth becomes calm, scalable, and repeatable. Episode Chapters 0:00 – The Cost of Misalignment Why growth feels chaotic when teams aren't aligned 2:00 – Why Sales, Marketing & Ops Drift Apart Different goals, different metrics, different priorities 5:00 – One Shared Definition of Success Creating a single scoreboard for the entire customer journey 9:00 – Systems That Force Alignment Simple meetings, handoffs, and SOPs that eliminate friction 13:00 – The Owner's Role as the Integrator Why alignment always starts at the top 16:00 – One Direction, One Team How alignment accelerates growth instead of slowing it down What You'll Learn in This Episode Why alignment doesn't happen naturally and must be designed How siloed KPIs quietly destroy teamwork The importance of a shared definition of a win How to align lead quality, close rate, and fulfillment Simple systems that eliminate Sales vs Marketing vs Operations tension The exact role the business owner must play to keep alignment intact Key Insight Alignment doesn't live in intentions. It lives in systems. If your business relies on hoping everyone is on the same page, you'll always be firefighting. Action Step This week, pick one alignment issue between Sales, Marketing, and Operations and fix it. Even one small improvement can unlock massive momentum. What's Coming Next In an upcoming episode: How to create KPIs that encourage teamwork instead of turf wars. Subscribe to SoTellUs Time for real-world business strategy, leadership insights, and scalable growth systems: https://www.youtube.com/@sotellus Learn more about the tools we're building at SoTellUs to align the entire customer journey: https://www.youtube.com/sotellus #BusinessGrowth #Leadership #SalesMarketingAlignment #OperationsManagement #ScalingABusiness #EntrepreneurMindset #BusinessSystems #SoTellUsTime #PredictableGrowth #BusinessOwner
Most business owners hope next year will be better. Hope is not a strategy. If you want 2026 to be more profitable, less stressful, and more scalable than 2025, the work doesn't start in January—it starts right now. In this episode of SoTellUs Time, we break down a practical, no-fluff profit planning framework every business owner should follow before the year ends. This is not theory. This is what real operators do to increase margins, improve team efficiency, and stop running on exhaustion.
Most business owners don't lack skill — they lack confidence. And the truth nobody talks about? Even the most successful entrepreneurs are still figuring it out as they go. In this episode of SoTellUs Time, Trevor Howard breaks down what real confidence looks like in business — and why waiting to "feel ready" is the fastest way to stay stuck. This isn't about fake-it-till-you-make-it confidence. This is about earned confidence — the kind that's built through action, decisions, and leadership under pressure.
Are you constantly "busy" but not seeing the growth, freedom, or revenue you expected? This episode of SoTellUs Time is a must-watch for business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders who feel overwhelmed, overworked, and stuck in reaction mode. Being busy has become a badge of honor—but what if it's actually a warning sign that something is broken in your business? In this powerful, real-world breakdown, Trevor Howard reframes productivity and shows why impact matters more than activity, and how staying busy often hides deeper issues like poor systems, lack of delegation, and avoidance of strategic leadership.
Imagine taking a full week off… and your business runs BETTER without you there. That's the power of a true self-managing team—a team with systems, accountability, and autonomy so strong that you are no longer the bottleneck. In today's SoTellUs Time episode, Trevor Howard breaks down the blueprint for creating a business that grows without constant supervision, endless questions, or micromanagement. Whether you're a small business owner, service provider, salon owner, childcare director, or leading a growing team, this episode gives you the exact systems and leadership framework to get your team operating at a high level—without YOU being involved in every tiny decision. ⭐ WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE 1. The Real Reason You're the Bottleneck (and How to Fix It) Most business owners end up doing too much because everything flows through them. You'll discover how to shift from Doer → Manager → Leader, so your business becomes scalable, profitable, and drama-free. 2. Step #1: Build Systems That Remove Guesswork We break down the 3 foundational systems every self-managing team needs: SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures): Clear, step-by-step instructions that eliminate confusion. Decision-Making Guidelines: "If this happens… do this" frameworks that help your team solve problems without you. Defined Roles: Crystal-clear expectations so every team member knows exactly what they own. You'll hear real examples from service businesses, childcare centers, and teams who transformed overnight by implementing simple, documented systems. 3. Step #2: Create a Culture of Accountability Autonomy only works when accountability is built in. Learn the system that turns average employees into high performers: Scorecards & KPIs for each role Weekly check-ins that take less than 20 minutes The "Come With Solutions" Rule that eliminates constant back-and-forth Plus, a story of a business owner who stopped micromanaging and saw productivity skyrocket. 4. Step #3: Empower Real Autonomy People work better when they feel trusted. Learn how to: Give team members authority that matches their responsibility Use the 70% Rule to delegate effectively Create a "safe to fail" culture Open feedback loops that spark innovation You'll hear how one manager reduced chaos by letting team leads schedule independently—using a system—and watch stress disappear. 5. Implementation Roadmap: How to Transition Without Chaos You'll get a clear plan for introducing autonomy gradually and safely: Start with one role or department Build systems BEFORE delegating Train, don't dump Expand autonomy step-by-step Celebrate every win to reinforce the culture Get ready for a team that's confident, proactive, and self-sufficient.
Welcome to It's A Wonderful Podcast!For our hugely exciting NOIRVEMBER 2025 celebration, Morgan and Jeannine are taking a look at a selection of British Film Noir all month long, featuring some of the greatest stars and directors of the genre!British Noir may hit its peak with this week's movie as Morgan and Jeannine take a mysterious journey around the rubble filled streets of post-war Vienna with Joseph Cotten's pulp writer as he tries to uncover the truth around his friend's death. Filled to the brim with expressionism, cover-ups, doomed romance, and a sense of entrapment, this really is one of the most gripping Noir's of all time! Join them to celebrate Carol Reed's THE THIRD MAN (1949) co-starring Orson Welles, Alida Valli & Trevor Howard!Our YouTube Channel for all our video content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvACMX8jX1qQ5ClrGW53vowThe It's A Wonderful Podcast Theme by David B. Music.Donate:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ItsAWonderful1Join our Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/ItsAWonderful1IT'S A WONDERFUL PODCAST STORE:https://www.teepublic.com/user/g9designSub to the feed and download now on all major podcast platforms and be sure to rate, review and SHARE AROUND!!Keep up with us on (X) Twitter:Podcast:https://twitter.com/ItsAWonderful1Morgan:https://twitter.com/Th3PurpleDonJeannine:https://twitter.com/JeannineDaBean_Keep being wonderful!!
In this episode, Stuart and Jacob set sail on a tumultuous journey through cinematic history as they compare the classic Oscar-winning 1935 film "Mutiny on the Bounty" with its 1962 remake. They explore the brutal world of Captain William Bly and the rebellious Fletcher Christian fighting for his cause. What makes the 1935 version resonate more with its audience? How does Trevor Howard's performance stack up against Charles Laughton's turn as Bligh? And does Stuart think they should've watched the Mel Gibson version instead? Tune in to find out!Also featured in this episode is a match-up between the new "War of the Worlds" and "Silksong", Marlon Brando versus the treacherous Captain Hook, historical inaccuracy discussions, and a war over a bucket. All this and more on They Remade It!Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 13:37 - 19:08----------Socials----------@theyremadeit.bsky.social on Blueskytheyremadeit@gmail.com
Join Dan and Tom as they decode the 1965 spy movie, OPERATION CROSSBOW. Find out if this spy movie, based on a real World War II operation, is worth watching. This movie, which stars George Peppard, Sophia Loren, Trevor Howard, and more tells us the story of the real-life Operation Crossbow operation from World War II. This operation was created to try to stall or eliminate Germany's efforts to create the V-1 and V-2 missiles. So, this movie is part a war movie and part a spy movie. Does that work? Some of the things we cover in our look at OPERATION CROSSBOW include: · The cast – does it work? · A couple of nice cameo appearances · What is the marketing gimmick that was used to promote this movie? · What title did it get in the U.S.A and why? · Is the cinematography picture perfect? · And is the soundtrack music to your ears? · Does Richard Johnson's portral of Winston Churchill work? · Also, what are some of the corellations between what we see in OPERATION CROSSBOW and what is happening in the world today? · Did you know about the test pilots for the pilotless rockets? · How was the balance of “spy movie” vs. “war movie”? · Do Dan and Tom think this spy movie is worth watching? · And of course, there are more. So take a listen to hear what works and what doesn't work in this movie. Tell us what you think about our decoding of OPERATION CROSSBOW? Had you seen this movie before listening to this episode? If not, will you now? Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you think of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com. The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We'll give you a shout-out in a future episode! You can check out all of our CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website. In addition, you can check out our YouTube channel as well. Episode Webpage: http://bit.ly/4m7ZDAq
Most business owners focus on the big picture—marketing campaigns, sales strategies, customer acquisition… but the real secret to building trust, loyalty, and repeat business lies in the tiny details called micro-moments. In this episode of SoTellUs Time, Trevor and Troy Howard break down the silent power of these small, often-overlooked interactions that shape how customers feel about your business. From how the phone is answered to a quick email follow-up, these micro-moments can mean the difference between a lifelong customer and a lost opportunity. ✅ What you'll learn in this episode: What “micro-moments” are and why they matter more than you think. Real-world examples: the barista who remembers your name, an auto-reply that sets expectations, a handwritten thank-you note. How micro-moments silently influence customer psychology—people remember how you made them feel more than what you sold them. Famous case studies: Amazon's “one-click” experience and Apple's unforgettable unboxing. Practical strategies for business owners to leverage micro-moments: mapping the customer journey, training employees, using technology wisely, and building consistency. The 1% improvement challenge—how small actions compound into massive results.
AI is replacing employees faster than anyone expected in 2025. But here's the truth: businesses that learn how to use AI the right way aren't collapsing—they're growing faster, cutting payroll costs, and beating their competition. In this episode of SoTellUs Time, Trevor Howard breaks down exactly how AI is transforming small businesses and how you can use it to grow instead of collapse.
In today's noisy, fast-paced world, complexity is killing businesses. Too many tools, too many channels, and too many over-engineered systems are slowing you down, frustrating your customers, and burning out your team.
Welcome to Season 12! In honor of the new James Gunn movie, we are covering the classic, vintage, 1978 Superman movie starring Christopher Reeves. So this week on Myopia Movies, we see that Scooby-Doo is right. Every land developer truly is an evil land developer. Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you are getting this! Please leave us a review and follow us everywhere! PS Sorry we were late this week, we will try to have two up to make up for it! How will Superman hold up? Host: Nic Panel: Alex, Keiko, Nur Directed by Richard Donner Starring: Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, Marlon Brando, Ned Beatty, Jackie Cooper, Glenn Ford, Trevor Howard, Jack O'Halloran, Terence Stamp
Turn the “summer slump” into a season of strategic wins! In this episode of SoTellUs Time, Trevor Howard and Troy Howard share two powerhouse strategies—High-ROI Projects with Clear Timelines and Intentional Break Techniques—that will help you maximize productivity, recharge your team, and set the stage for a blockbuster Q4. Whether you're a solopreneur, small business owner, or leading a larger organization, these actionable tactics will keep you ahead of the curve all summer long.
Is your website still telling the story of the business you were three years ago? In this episode of SoTellUs Time, Trevor Howard and Troy Howard dive into the signs that it's time for a brand refresh—and how you can update your image without blowing your budget. Whether you're a solopreneur, small‐business owner, or marketing manager, you'll learn practical tips to make a powerful first impression and keep your brand ahead of the curve.
Waffle On about The Third Man Hello and welcome to this months edition of Waffle On in which Meds and Kell chat away about this brilliant 1949 film The Third Man. Directed by the legendary Carol Reed and starring Joseph Cotten, Alida Valli, Trevor Howard and scene stealing legend Orson Welles this film has become a must study in any film class. For anyone wishing to join in on our forum chat you can by going to Facebook and searching for Waffle On Podcast and so we will have a Discord account once Meds figures it out. As usual please share our little podcast.
Hola Gerardo aquí en otro episodio de Simplemente Yo; La selección de esta semana es The Third Man, es una película de film noir de 1949 dirigida por Carol Reed, escrita por Graham Greene y protagonizada por Joseph Cotten, Alida Valli, Orson Welles y Trevor Howard. Ambientada en la Viena ocupada por los Aliados después de la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Plot: El Novelista Holly Martins viaja a Viena de la posguerra, solo para encontrarse investigando la misteriosa muerte de un viejo amigo, Harry Lime. Espero que lo disfruten ;) Información adicional del podcast: Enlace del website official de Filmic Notion Podcast: https://filmicnotionpod.com/ Enlace a nuestra página de Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/446nl
Welcome to a delayed Film Club and it's The Third Man, Carol Reed's 1949 masterpiece starring Joseph Cotton, Alida Valli, Trevor Howard and of course, Orson Welles from a script by Graham Greene. Joining Ollie we have director Tim Hewitt and historian Roger Moorhouse. There are plenty of links in the show notes including Tim's film based on the Greene short story A Little Place on the Edgware Road which you can watch for free. Links A Little Place Off the Edgware Road, directed by Tim Hewitt The Third Man Special Collector's Edition The Third Man Touch of Evil Journey Into Fear The Criterion Collection Ollie on X Tim on X Roger on X Latest Issue out - Annual Subscription to Aspects of History Magazine only $9.99/£9.99 Aspects of History on Instagram Get in touch: history@aspectsofhistory.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome to a delayed Film Club and it's The Third Man, Carol Reed's 1949 masterpiece starring Joseph Cotton, Alida Valli, Trevor Howard and of course, Orson Welles from a script by Graham Greene. Joining Ollie we have director Tim Hewitt and historian Roger Moorhouse. There are plenty of links in the show notes including Tim's film based on the Greene short story A Little Place on the Edgware Road which you can watch for free. Links A Little Place Off the Edgware Road, directed by Tim Hewitt The Third Man Special Collector's Edition The Third Man Touch of Evil Journey Into Fear The Criterion Collection Ollie on X Tim on X Roger on X Latest Issue out - Annual Subscription to Aspects of History Magazine only $9.99/£9.99 Aspects of History on Instagram Get in touch: history@aspectsofhistory.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
You can now text us anonymously to leave feedback, suggest future content or simply hurl abuse at us. We'll read out any texts we receive on the show. Click here to try it out!Welcome back to Bad Dads Film Review!This episode is setting sail for adventure as we discuss legendary sailors in film and animation, take an inspiring look at True Spirit (2023), and revisit an iconic animated classic with Popeye the Sailor Meets Sinbad the Sailor (1936). So, grab your sea legs and join us on this nautical journey!Top 5 Sailors in Film and AnimationCaptain Jack Sparrow (Pirates of the Caribbean series, 2003–2017)The ultimate swashbuckler, Johnny Depp's eccentric pirate is as cunning as he is chaotic, bringing a mix of humor and adventure to the high seas.Captain Haddock (The Adventures of Tintin, 2011)A hard-drinking but loyal seafarer, Captain Haddock provides comic relief and heroics in equal measure in Spielberg's motion-capture adventure.Captain Bligh (Mutiny on the Bounty, 1935 & 1962)One of cinema's most infamous naval officers, portrayed memorably by Charles Laughton and Trevor Howard, highlighting themes of tyranny and rebellion.The Old Man (The Old Man and the Sea, 1958)Spencer Tracy's masterful performance in this adaptation of Hemingway's classic captures the resilience and solitude of a lifelong fisherman.Moana (Moana, 2016)A bold and determined navigator, Moana defies tradition to restore balance to the ocean, proving that great sailors aren't just grizzled old men with beards!Main Feature: True Spirit (2023)Directed by Sarah Spillane, True Spirit tells the incredible true story of Jessica Watson, played by Teagan Croft, a determined 16-year-old Australian sailor who set out to become the youngest person to sail solo, non-stop, and unassisted around the world.Jessica Watson faces treacherous weather, isolation, and self-doubt as she embarks on her 210-day journey at sea. Through perseverance, skill, and an unbreakable spirit, she overcomes the odds, proving that age is no barrier to greatness.At its core, True Spirit is about self-belief, perseverance, and the pursuit of the impossible. It's a perfect film for families, offering not just adventure but valuable life lessons.Popeye the Sailor Meets Sinbad the Sailor (1936)A classic piece of animation history, this Popeye the Sailor short film, directed by Dave Fleischer, showcases Popeye in a legendary battle against Sinbad the Sailor (played by Bluto).Sinbad boasts about being the greatest sailor, but Popeye isn't having any of it. With a mix of humor, action, and spinach-fueled strength, Popeye takes on monstrous creatures and Sinbad's minions in an epic showdown.Set sail with us as we navigate through legendary sailors in film and animation, the real-life journey of Jessica Watson, and the timeless charm of Popeye. Whether you're looking for inspiration, adventure, or some good old-fashioned spinach-powered brawls, there's something in this episode for everyone.
Welcome to It's A Wonderful Podcast! Happy New Year! We hope 2025 proves to be a wonderful year for you! Morgan and Jeannine are back in Britain to close out the year's first series on the main show, and back with a beautifully, emotionally complex romance, directed by the ever wonderful David Lean, starring Ann Todd, Trevor Howard & Claude Rains; THE PASSIONATE FRIENDS (1949)! With comparison to the likely more famous BRIEF ENCOUNTER (1945), a little spotlight on the phases of David Lean's career, and insight into how Morgan and Jeannine's minds work within this podcast, it's a particualrly interesting episode! Our YouTube Channel for Monday Madness on video, Morgan Hasn't Seen TV, Retro Trailer Reactions & More https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvACMX8jX1qQ5ClrGW53vow The It's A Wonderful Podcast Theme by David B. Music. Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ItsAWonderful1 Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ItsAWonderful1 IT'S A WONDERFUL PODCAST STORE: https://www.teepublic.com/user/g9design Sub to the feed and download now on all major podcast platforms and be sure to rate, review and SHARE AROUND!! Keep up with us on (X) Twitter: Podcast: https://twitter.com/ItsAWonderful1 Morgan: https://twitter.com/Th3PurpleDon Jeannine: https://twitter.com/JeannineDaBean_ Keep being wonderful!!
Episode 1 of 2025: In this edition we look at the following films: Nosferatu (2024), The Day of the Jackal (2024) Tv Series, Von Ryan's Express (1965), Arcadian (2024), Dinner in America (2021), The First Deadly Sin (1980) and The Lobster as an honorable mention.Notable Actors Include: Willem Dafoe, Eddie Redmayne, Lashana Lynch, Ursula Corbelo, Frank Sinatra, Trevor Howard, Nicholas Cage, Kyler Gallner, Emily Skeggs, Faye Dunaway.
Released 69 years ago this week, The Cockleshell Heroes was a heavily fictionalised account of the real-life WW2 Operation Frankton, in which a group of marines, headed by Herbert ‘Blondie' Hasler, covertly entered Bordeaux Harbour in kayaks (or ‘Cockles') to sabotage German cargo vessels. The film starred actor/director Jose Ferrer and Trevor Howard, with Anthony Newley and… drum roll… DAVID LODGE providing solid support as Marines Clarke & Ruddock respectively. Although The Cockleshell Heroes was a hit with audiences and looks gorgeous in Technicolour it doesn't tend to get talked about as much as other similar WW2 films of the period and perhaps this was partly down to the almost anti-climactic third act. However, thanks to shameless plugging by David Lodge on a frequent basis some two decades later as part of Spike Milligan's Q series the film is still regarded affectionately by some people, particularly listeners to this podcast, and it seemed a nice idea to put it under the scrutinising gaze of your host and his special guest this week. Joining Tyler is Warren Cummings, host of The Cinematic Sausage podcast and someone with a very direct link to the true events which this film depicts – his grandfather served alongside the ‘Cockleshell Heroes' in WW2. It's a great chat with tons of fascinating factual information about Operation Frankton and how the film reflected the true events, plus there's a long-deserved tribute to David Lodge, without whom this podcast would be poorer.
Trevor Howard from Churches in Communities International teaches through Nehemiah 10 this week at Saar Fellowship. -- more from us at www.saarfellowship.com
Alfred Hitchcock teams up with Ingrid Bergman and Gregory Peck for a bizarre thriller/romance, while David Lean produces one of the all-time weepies with leads Celia Johnson and Trevor Howard. Connect with us: Never Did It on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@neverdiditpod Never Did It on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/bradgaroon/list/never-did-it-podcast/ Brad on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/bradgaroon/ Jake on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/jake_ziegler/ Never Did It on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neverdiditpodcast Hosted by Brad Garoon & Jake Ziegler
EPISODE 52 - "BIG SCREEN TO SMALL SCREEN: CLASSIC CINEMA'S TV REMAKES." (052) - 09/09/2024 ** This episode is sponsored brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BENEATH and get on your way to being your best self.” ** Sometimes, a classic film is primed for being turned into a successful television series — think “M*A*S*H*,” “Alice,” “In The Heat of the Night,” or “Peyton Place.” But this isn't always the case. There have been many classic films turned into TV shows with less-than-stellar results. Does anyone remember the “Casablanca" TV show on ABC with Starsky & Hutch star DAVID SOUL filling in for HUMPHREY BOGART? Don't worry, nobody else does either! This week, we take a look at a few of the TV series that were based on classic movies that didn't quite hit the mark. SHOW NOTES: Sources: Television Series of the 1950s (2016), by Vincent Terrace; Encyclopedia of TV Shoes: 1925 - 2010 (2011), by Vincent Terrace; The Complete Directory To Prime Time Network TV Shows (1988), by Time Brooks and Earle F. Marsh; TCM.com; IMDBPro.com; Wikipedia.com; Movies Mentioned: Operation Petticoat (1959), starring Cary Grant, Tony Curtis, Dina Merrill, and Arthur O'Connell; Halloween (1978), starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Donald Pleasence; Topper (1937), starring Cary Grant, Constance Bennett, Roland Young, and Billie Burke; How To Marry A Millionaire (1953), starring Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell; The Third Man (1949), starring Joseph Cotten, Orson Welles, Trevor Howard, and Alida Valli; My Sister Eileen (1942), starring Rosalind Russell and Janet Blair; My Sister Eileen (1955), starring Janet Leigh, Betty Garrett, and Jack Lemmon; Please Don't Eat The Daisies (1960), starring Doris Day and David Niven; The Ghost and Mrs. Muir (1947), starring Gene Tierney and Rex Harrison; Casablanca (1942), staring Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, Paul Henreid, Peter Lorre, and Sydney Greenstreet; --------------------------------- http://www.airwavemedia.com Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The boys head back to 1945 England, where not much was happening (just kidding), to watch David Lean's 'Brief Encounter' as part of our Random Year Generator series. David Lean's first three films, including this one, were all Noël Coward adaptations! Didn't expect that from the guy who gave us 'Lawrence of Arabia' and 'The Bridge on the River Kwai'. We're a drinking podcast trying to keep it positive, but somehow, Dave got buzzed over 25 times talking about this romantic drama rated the #2 Greatest British Film of all time by the British Film Institute! Grab a beer and listen along. Our phone number is 646-484-9298. It accepts texts or voice messages. 0:00 Intro; 6:38 Gripes; 12:23 1945 Year in Review; 24:14 Films of 1945: Brief Encounter; 1:03:44 What You Been Watching?; 1:13:16 Next Week's Movie Announcement Additional Cast/Crew: Celia Johnson, Trevor Howard, Stanley Holloway, Joyce Carey, Cyril Raymond, Everley Gregg, Marjorie Mars, Robert Krasker, Anthony Havelock-Allan Hosts: Dave Green, Jeff Ostermueller, John Say Edited & Produced by Dave Green. Beer Sponsor: Carlos Barrozo Music Sponsor: Dasein Dasein on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/77H3GPgYigeKNlZKGx11KZ Dasein on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dasein/1637517407 Additional Tags: Michigan kicking GM's ass, Michael Moore, Syrian Aramaic, Matilda, The Sopranos, Star Wars, Acolyte, Uncle Buck, Godzilla Minus One, Auckland, New Zealand, Wilhelm Yell, Wilhelm Scream, Prince Charles, King Charles, John Wayne, Charleton Heston, Preparation H, Hemmoroids, Harr yDean Stanton, CVS, Duane Reade, Walgreens, Road Rash, The Lion King, Pivot, Ross, Friends, Couch, NASA, Killers of the Flower Moon, Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert DeNiro, Martin Scorcese, Lily Gladstone, Jesse Plemmons, David Ellison, David Zazlav, Al Jolson, Oscars, Academy Awards, BFI, BAFTA, BAFTAS, British Cinema. England, Vienna, Leopoldstadt, The Golden Globes, Past Lives, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, The Holiday, The Crown: Season 6 part 2, Napoleon, Ferrari, Beer, Scotch, Travis Scott, U2, Apple, Apple Podcasts, 101 Dalmatians, The Parent Trap, Switzerland, West Side Story, Wikipedia, Adelaide, Australia, Queensland, New South Wales, Melbourne, Indonesia, Java, Jakarta, Bali, Guinea, The British, England, The SEC, Ronald Reagan, Stock Buybacks, Marvel, MCU, DCEU, Film, Movies, Southeast Asia, The Phillippines, Vietnam, America, The US, Academy Awards, WGA Strike, SAG-AFTRA, SAG Strike, Peter Weir.
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We're nearing the end of our Classic Noir themed month we're calling THE LEFT HAND ENDEAVOR and it's just banger after banger each week and our last week is no different. Today's classic noir is one that might show up on several “Best Movie” top 20 lists. One of the few classic noir that seem to shine beyond it's genre. Chock full of stunning, shadowy, shots seared into the annals of film history and appreciation. A western writer by the name of “Holly” strolls into Vienna not long past the end of WWII to meet an old friend who he discovers is dead. The case seems to be officially closed but Holly finds conflicting information outside of the official narrative of Harry Lime's death. Meanwhile, Lime's girlfriend is fraught with her own issues but is bonding with Holly over their mutual connection with Harry. The interaction has Holly smitten with his dead friend's gal but is she down? Of course, we're talking about Carol Reed's 1949 classic “THE THIRD MAN” starring Joseph Cotton, Valli, Trevor Howard and Orson Welles as the ultimate irredeemable charmer that appears in the movie for, maybe, 7 minutes. Half of that because he didn't want to do the sewer scenes. You better believe we got a link for it. Hope it still works: https://archive.org/details/the-third-man-1949 Subscribe to us on YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuJf3lkRI-BLUTsLI_ehOsg Contact us here: MOVIEHUMPERS@gmail.com Hear us on podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6o6PSNJFGXJeENgqtPY4h7 Our OG podcast “Documenteers”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/documenteers-the-documentary-podcast/id1321652249 Soundcloud feed: https://soundcloud.com/documenteers Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/culturewrought
RMR 0252: Special Guest, Michael Wilder, joins your hosts Lizzy Haynes and Russell Guest for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit The Third Man (1949) [PG-13] Genre: Mystery, Film-Noir, Starring: Joseph Cotton, Alida Valli, Orson Welles, Trevor Howard, Paul Hörbiger, Ernst Deutsch, Erich Ponto, Siegfried Breuer, Hedwig Bleibtreu, Bernard Lee, Wilfrid Hyde-White Director: Carol Reed Recorded on 2023-01-23
The boys bombed about a bit to cover the British Film Institute's #1 Greatest British Film of All-Time, ‘The Third Man'! We didn't know it when we picked it, but the random year generator spun 1949 and we picked this Orson Welles classic directed by Carole Reed (Oliver!) and written by Grahan Greene. Set in Vienna in 1949, so, do the math of how desolate things were there, this classic noir spins so many amazing webs. Jeff also talks about finally seeing ‘Killers of the Flower Moon'. We drink beer and discuss! Find all of our Socials at: https://linktr.ee/theloveofcinema. Our phone number is 646-484-9298, it accepts texts or voice messages. 0:00 Intro + Gripes; 13:42 1949 + The Third Man; 01:07:19 What You Been Watching?; 01:20:57 Next Week's Episode Teaser Additional Cast/Crew: Orson Welles, Graham Greene, Carole Reed, Robert Krasker, Joseph Cotten, Alida Valli, Trevor Howard, Ernst Deutsch, Wilfred Hyde-White, Hedwig Bleibtreu, Erich Ponto, Bernard Lee, Harold Ayer. Dasein on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/77H3GPgYigeKNlZKGx11KZ Dasein on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dasein/1637517407 Additional Tags: Killers of the Flower Moon, Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert DeNiro, Martin Scorcese, Lily Gladstone, Jesse Plemmons, David Ellison, David Zazlav, Al Jolson, Oscars, Academy Awards, BFI, BAFTA, BAFTAS, British Cinema. England, Vienna, Leopoldstadt, The Golden Globes, Past Lives, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, The Holiday, The Crown: Season 6 part 2, Napoleon, Ferrari, Beer, Scotch, The Weekend, Clifford Odets, Travis Scott, U2, Apple, Apple Podcasts, 101 Dalmatians, The Parent Trap, Switzerland, West Side Story, Wikipedia, Australia, Queensland, Melbourne, Indonesia, Java, Jakarta, Bali, Guinea, The British, England, The SEC, Ronald Reagan, Stock Buybacks, Marvel, MCU, DCEU, Film, Movies, Southeast Asia, The Phillippines, Vietnam, America, The US, Academy Awards, WGA Strike, SAG-AFTRA, SAG Strike.
EPISODE 21 - “Love Is In The Air” - 02/05/2024 Let's face it, Valentine's Day can be a mixed bag. Either you're blissfully in love and the day is a romantic dream, or, you are not in love and part of you wants to stomp all the roses and put the chocolate bon-bons in a sling shot and pummel Cupid. Whatever your head space this Valentine's Day, Steve and Nan have a movie for you. Listen in as they share some of their favorite romantic movies to get you in the mood, or give you something to aspire to next year. These movies have a perky female plumber, WWII vets returning from war, and even a wealthy dying woman aboard an ocean liner — something for everyone! SHOW NOTES: Sources: The Great Romantic Films (1974), by Lawrence J. Quick; Halliwell's Film and Video Guide (1987), by Leslie Halliwell; The MGM Story (1982), by John Douglas Eames; The Warner Brothers Story (1980), by Clive Hirschhorn; They Dreamed of Home (1943), by Niven Busch; “Till The End of Time: The Post World War II Drama That Deserves More Recognition,” July 30, 2022, by Patrick Fogerty, www.collider.com; IMDBPro.com; Wikipedia.com; Movies Mentioned: 'Til We Meet Again (1940), starring Merle Oberon, George Brent, Pat O'Brine, Geraldine Fitzgerald, Bonnie Barnes, and George Reeves; Cluny Brown (1946), starring Jennifer Jones, Charles Boyer, Helen Walker, Peter Lawford, Una O'Connor, Richard Haydn, Reginald Gardiner, Reginald Own, Margaret Bannerman, Sara Allgood, C. Aubrey Smith, Florence Bates, and Ernest Cossart; The Clock (1945), starring Judy Garland, Robert Walker, James Gleason, Lucile Gleason, Keenan Wynn, Ruth Brady, and Marshall Thompson; Enchantment (1948), starring David Niven, Teresa Wright, Evelyn Keyes, Farley Granger, Jayne Meadows, Leo G. Carroll, Phillip Friend, Henry Stevenson, Shepperd Strudwick and Gigi Perreau; Till The End Of Time (1945), starring Guy Madison, Dorothy McGuire, Robert Mitchum, Bill Williams, Tom Tully, Ruth Nelson, Jean Porter, William Gargan, Selena Royale, and Johnny Sands; Brief Encounter (1945), starring Celia Johnson, Trevor Howard, Noël Coward, Joyce Carey, Cyril Raymond, Stanley Holloway, Margaret Barton, Henrietta Vincent, and Everly Gregg; --------------------------------- http://www.airwavemedia.com Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Agents Scott and Cam hijack a rusty barge and embark on a mission to thwart German U-boats with the 1980 star-studded WWII adventure film The Sea Wolves. Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen. Starring Gregory Peck, Roger Moore, David Niven, Trevor Howard, Barbara Kellerman, Patrick Macnee, Kenneth Griffith, Patrick Allen and Wolf Kahler. Become a SpyHards Patron and gain access to top secret "Agents in the Field" bonus episodes, movie commentaries and more! Purchase the latest exclusive SpyHards merch at Redbubble. Social media: @spyhards View the NOC List and the Disavowed List at Letterboxd.com/spyhards Podcast artwork by Hannah Hughes Theme music by Doug Astley.
On Episode 146 of the RETROZEST podcast, Curtis engages on a celebration of the 45th Anniversary of the premiere of SUPERMAN: THE MOVIE! This is a 1978 superhero film based on the DC Comics superhero Superman, played by Christopher Reeve. It is the first of four installments in the Superman film series starring Reeve as Superman. It was directed by Richard Donner based on a screenplay by Mario Puzo, David Newman, Leslie Newman, and Robert Benton. In addition to Reeve, the film features an ensemble cast including Marlon Brando, Gene Hackman, Jeff East, Margot Kidder, Glenn Ford, Phyllis Thaxter, Jackie Cooper, Trevor Howard, Marc McClure, Terence Stamp, Valerie Perrine, Ned Beatty, Jack O'Halloran, Maria Schell, and Sarah Douglas. Assisting Curtis in this endeavor with an exclusive interview is DIANE SHERRY CASE, the actress who portrayed Smallville cheerleader and Clark Kent's teen crush Lana Lang in the film. In addition to her role in Superman, Diane is known for her work on the films Hawaii (1966) and Pretty Maids All in a Row (1971). She also played Bing Crosby's daughter in the TV. series The Bing Crosby Show, and appeared in numerous other series, as well as two Superbowl commercials. More recently, Diane has published numerous short stories and authored two novels. With a grant from the American Film Institute, she wrote and directed two short films, Spa-tel and Valentine's Day. Her digital series House Poor, which she also wrote and directed, is a available on Amazon Prime. Be sure and check out Diane's Facebook , Twitter (X) and Instagram pages! Incidentally, you may help the RetroZest podcast by purchasing a unique RETRO-THEMED T-Shirt or two (many different designs and colors!) from our store at store.retrozest.com/home. You may also help the RetroZest Podcast by purchasing a Celebrity Video Message gift for a friend/family member from CelebVM! Choose from celebrities like Barry Williams, Gary Busey, Ernie Hudson, Robert Fripp, Right Said Fred, etc.! Simply enter their website through our portal store.retrozest.com/celebvm, and shop as you normally would; it's no extra cost to you at all! Contact Curtis at podcast@retrozest.com, or via Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. Also, check us out on TikTok!
A top-notch film noir about a pulp novel writer (Joseph Cotten) searching post-war Vienna for clues about the mysterious death of his friend (Orson Welles). Co-starring Trevor Howard and Alida Valli. Directed by Carol Reed.
“The Lion” 1962 is a family/adventure film set on an animal preserve in Kenya. Director Jack Cardiff relies on excellent movie making skills to fill the screen with beautiful scenes of Africa and wildlife. Mr. Cardiff‘s experience includes Cinematographer for films such as “Black Narcissus” 1947 (Episode 98) and “The African Queen” 1951.William Holden is Robert Hayward a Lawyer who travels to Africa at the request of his former wife to help face the challenges of their eleven-year-old daughter and her attachment to King a lion played by Zamba. Capucine plays ex-wife Christine and Pamela Franklin is their daughter Tina. Trevor Howard plays John Bullit the grizzled manager of the game preserve and relatively new husband of Christine. Bullit deeply loves Africa and the movie captures that and much more.
Visit our WATCH PAGE to rent or purchase movies we've talked about on the show. By doing so, you get to watch the movie and help us out in the process as a portion comes back our way. All of the movies from our current season are in there, and we're continuing to add more from our back catalog. Enjoy!Want to upgrade your Letterboxd account? Use our promo code to get a discount and help us out in the process!“This is my whole world, and it's enough – or rather it was until a few weeks ago.”David Lean had already adapted Noël Coward three times for the silver screen by the time he set out to adapt Brief Encounter. Clearly, he connected with Coward's material, and also proven himself adept at it. His last adaptation of Coward's work is the one-act play “Still Life,” and with that he made a touching and heartbreaking movie – at least for some. Join us – Pete Wright and Andy Nelson – as we continue our 1947 Academy Award Best Writing Screenplay nominees series with Lean's 1945 film Brief Encounter.Here's a hint at what we talk about.We set things up with a bit of a chat about Coward and his plays, comparing him a bit to Neil Simon. This film's an expanded version of the one-act so we discuss the changes and how it reshaped the story a bit. There's a definite split in our conversation, as Pete struggles with the lack of consumating the relationship making things such a big deal for Laura and Alec. Andy connects with it more, while certainly acknowledging the characters' struggles feel of the time and place. From there, we talk character and our two leads – Celia Johnson and Trevor Howard, and spend a bit of time discussing the fabulous look throughout this film and what Lean brought to the table.We have a great time talking about it, so check it out then tune in. The Next Reel – when the movie ends, our conversation begins!Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on The Next Reel's Discord channel!Film SundriesLearn more about supporting The Next Reel Film Podcast through your own membership. Watch this on Apple or Amazon, or find other places at JustWatch Script Theatrical trailer Poster artwork Flickchart Letterboxd (00:00) - Welcome to The Next Reel • Brief Encounter (02:14) - Current Series (03:21) - Noël Coward (06:51) - Still Life's Origins and Adaptation (09:26) - Expanded Story and Struggles with Datedness (14:16) - Societal Constraints (16:09) - Defining 'Affair' (17:19) - Struggles with Central Characters (20:19) - Fresh After WWII (22:31) - Voiceover (23:52) - Framing Device Needed? (27:02) - Better Place to Start the Story? (28:01) - Some Story Issues Because of Framing Device (31:33) - Roles and Respectability (33:29) - David Lean and the Look (39:07) - Music Choices (42:06) - Celia Johnson and Trevor Howard (44:59) - Credits (46:46) - Other Adaptations (48:37) - Awards (49:32) - The Box Office (50:54) - Last Thoughts (51:24) - Coming Next Week • The Killers (52:51) - Letterboxd (54:35) - Wrap Up Learn more about the WGA strike here. Learn more about the SAG-AFTRA strike here.
Visit our WATCH PAGE to rent or purchase movies we've talked about on the show. By doing so, you get to watch the movie and help us out in the process as a portion comes back our way. All of the movies from our current season are in there, and we're continuing to add more from our back catalog. Enjoy!Want to upgrade your Letterboxd account? Use our promo code to get a discount and help us out in the process!“This is my whole world, and it's enough – or rather it was until a few weeks ago.”David Lean had already adapted Noël Coward three times for the silver screen by the time he set out to adapt Brief Encounter. Clearly, he connected with Coward's material, and also proven himself adept at it. His last adaptation of Coward's work is the one-act play “Still Life,” and with that he made a touching and heartbreaking movie – at least for some. Join us – Pete Wright and Andy Nelson – as we continue our 1947 Academy Award Best Writing Screenplay nominees series with Lean's 1945 film Brief Encounter.Here's a hint at what we talk about.We set things up with a bit of a chat about Coward and his plays, comparing him a bit to Neil Simon. This film's an expanded version of the one-act so we discuss the changes and how it reshaped the story a bit. There's a definite split in our conversation, as Pete struggles with the lack of consumating the relationship making things such a big deal for Laura and Alec. Andy connects with it more, while certainly acknowledging the characters' struggles feel of the time and place. From there, we talk character and our two leads – Celia Johnson and Trevor Howard, and spend a bit of time discussing the fabulous look throughout this film and what Lean brought to the table.We have a great time talking about it, so check it out then tune in. The Next Reel – when the movie ends, our conversation begins!Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on The Next Reel's Discord channel!Film SundriesLearn more about supporting The Next Reel Film Podcast through your own membership. Watch this on Apple or Amazon, or find other places at JustWatch Script Theatrical trailer Poster artwork Flickchart Letterboxd (00:00) - Welcome to The Next Reel • Brief Encounter (02:14) - Current Series (03:21) - Noël Coward (06:51) - Still Life's Origins and Adaptation (09:26) - Expanded Story and Struggles with Datedness (14:16) - Societal Constraints (16:09) - Defining 'Affair' (17:19) - Struggles with Central Characters (20:19) - Fresh After WWII (22:31) - Voiceover (23:52) - Framing Device Needed? (27:02) - Better Place to Start the Story? (28:01) - Some Story Issues Because of Framing Device (31:33) - Roles and Respectability (33:29) - David Lean and the Look (39:07) - Music Choices (42:06) - Celia Johnson and Trevor Howard (44:59) - Credits (46:46) - Other Adaptations (48:37) - Awards (49:32) - The Box Office (50:54) - Last Thoughts (51:24) - Coming Next Week • The Killers (52:51) - Letterboxd (54:35) - Wrap Up Learn more about the WGA strike here. Learn more about the SAG-AFTRA strike here.
Front Row Classics welcomes February with one of the most acclaimed romantic dramas of the twentieth century. David Lean and Noel Coward's Brief Encounter remains as tender and heartbreaking as it was in 1945. Emmett Stanton joins Brandon to discuss this film that ranks #2 among the greatest British films ever made. The hosts praise the simple storytelling and almost noir-like atmosphere. The performances of Celia Johnson and Trevor Howard are also celebrated.