Fade to Chat: Golden Age Cinema

Fade to Chat: Golden Age Cinema

Marty Jencius

Episodes 32
Avg. Duration 46m
Activity Highly Active
Since Oct 2025
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Weekly
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79%
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About This Podcast

Journey with us through classic Hollywood—from the late 1920s talkies through the vibrant studio era and into the mid-1960s cinematic twilight. Every episode, we spotlight one iconic film, exploring its historical context, standout dialogue, and what delights or frustrates us today. Whether you’re deep into film history or just discovering the magic of classic cinema, join us as we chat through each frame, celebrate the golden age, and maybe even challenge it a bit.

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Recent Episodes

Father Goose (1964)

Jun 10, 2026 37m

Cindy and Marty talk about a favorite childhood movie and Marty remembers Black and White scotchTHE FILM - Father Goose (1964)Director: Ralph Nelson  | Screenplay: Peter Stone & Frank…

The Maltese Falcom (1941)

Jun 03, 2026 39m

Marty and Cindy review the great film noir classic. Film OverviewTitle: The Maltese Falcon (1941)Director: John Huston | Screenplay: John Huston (based on Dashiell Hammett's 1930 novel)Stars:…

High Society (1956)

May 27, 2026 33m

Cindy and Marty talk about High Society, a musical pairing of Sinatra and Crosby with Grace Kelly .Title: High Society (1956)Director: Charles WaltersScreenplay: John Patrick (based on The…

The Seven Year Itch (1955)

May 18, 2026 44m

Marty and Cindy converse about the male urge for infidelity after seven years of marriage as depicted in The Seven Year Itch (1955)Title: The Seven Year Itch (1955)Director: Billy WilderScreenplay:…

The Spiral Staircase (1946)

May 05, 2026 41m

Cindy and Marty chat about a gothic-style thriller The Spiral Staircase. ◆ THE SOURCE MATERIAL- Based on Ethel Lina White’s 1933 novel Some Must Watch; major changes include mute heroine, new…

My Man Godfrey (1936)

Apr 27, 2026 45m

Marty and Cindy speak about their impressions of the Depression-era comedy My Man Godfrey TRIVIA & PRODUCTION NOTESSource MaterialBased on Eric Hatch's 1935 serial "1101 Park Avenue," first…

Harvey (1950)

Apr 23, 2026 50m

Marty and Cindy look at the most famous movie about an imaginary 6' 3.5" rabbit◆ THE SOURCE MATERIALPlay by Mary Chase; premiered November 1, 1944 at the 48th Street Theatre — Frank Fay as Elwood,…

All About Eve (1950)

Apr 13, 2026 42m

Marty and Cindy converse about the theatric nature of All About EveAll About Eve1950 • 138 minutes • 20th Century-FoxWritten & Directed by Joseph L. MankiewiczProduced by Darryl F.…

Charade (1963)

Apr 07, 2026 47m

Marty and Cindy cover a hidden favorite with Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn, 1963 CharadeCharade - Production & Development • Original script (The Unsuspecting Wife) was rejected by seven studios…

We're No Angels (1955)

Mar 31, 2026 42m

Marty and Cindy review a little thought of Christmas comedy movie about escaped convicts and holiday redemption.Origins & Production• Based on Albert Husson’s French play “La cuisine des anges”…

Life With Father (1947)

Mar 23, 2026 49m

Cindy and Marty talk about the early family comedy about a arrogant but loving father, Life With Father.From Broadway to the Screen The original play opened November 8, 1939, and ran 3,224…

How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (1967)

Mar 18, 2026 45m

Marty and Cindy review one of the 60’s best screen musicals about the farce of corporate advancement. FROM BROADWAY TO HOLLYWOODThe Broadway production opened October 14, 1961, ran 1,417…

The Bad Seed (1956)

Mar 10, 2026 55m

Marty and Cindy break down one of Cindy’s favorite suspense film, The Bad Seed from 1956THE BROADWAY CONNECTION•       Five original Broadway cast members recreated their roles on screen, including…

It Happened One Night (1934)

Mar 03, 2026 45m

Marty and Cindy talk about one of the rest trend setting rom-coms of the 30’s, It Happened One Night.FILM OVERVIEW·       Title: It Happened One Night·       Release Year: 1934·       Director: Frank…

Rope (1948)

Feb 24, 2026 43m

Marty and Cindy lament over the Hitchcock 80 minute  apartment thriller, Rope. Rope (1948)Production & FilmingHitchcock shot the film in 10 takes, each 4½ to 10 minutes long.At the end of each…

Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964)

Feb 17, 2026 42m

Marty and Cindy talk about the Cold War comedy Dr. Strangelove and all the trivia associated with the movie.Director: Stanley KubrickSource Material: Red Alert by Peter GeorgeStarring: Peter Sellers,…

Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948)

Feb 10, 2026 42m

Marty and Cindy chat about the home building comedy, Mr. Blanding Builds His Dream HouseDirector: H.C. PotterStarring: Cary Grant, Myrna Loy, Melvyn DouglasGenre: Domestic comedy / social…

How to Steal a Million (1966)

Feb 03, 2026 37m

Marty and Cindy review the Peter O’Toole and Audrey Hepburn caper comedy How to Steal a MillionProduction Background·       Directed by William Wyler, known for balancing sophistication, romance, and…

Dial M for Murder - 1954

Jan 27, 2026 46m

Cindy and Marty review the Hitchcock mystery Dial M for MurderFilm: Dial M for Murder (1954)Director: Alfred HitchcockBased on: Frederick Knott’s stage play (and earlier television version)Starring:…

The Awful Truth (1937)

Jan 21, 2026 1h 6m

Marty and Cindy review a favorite rom-com, The Awful Truth, with Cary Grant and Irene Dunne.Title: The Awful Truth (1937)Director: Leo McCareyScreenplay: Viña Delmar, based on the play by Arthur…

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