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The Laurel & Hardy Podcast

The Laurel & Hardy Podcast

By Patrick Vasey

Entertaining and informative discussions abound as host Patrick Vasey and the world's top experts, authors and film historians take a chronological deep dive into the films of Laurel and Hardy. The production history and many untold stories are revealed about these well-loved comedy classics. Regular guests include the world's leading authorities on all things Stan and Ollie and Hal Roach Studios, such as Randy Skretvedt, Richard W. Bann, Glenn Mitchell, Rob Stone, Leonard Maltin, Neil Brand, Steve Massa and Ben Model and many, many more.
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The Laurel & Hardy PodcastMay 24, 2022

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35. Unaccustomed As We Are with Randy Skretvedt and Richard W. Bann

35. Unaccustomed As We Are with Randy Skretvedt and Richard W. Bann

Episode 35 kicks off Season Two of the podcast properly and introduces us to Laurel and Hardy’s talking pictures. Patrick is joined by two of the world’s leading experts in the world of Laurel and Hardy and the Hal Roach Studios. Randy Skretvedt assists in discussing the production history of the boys’ first talkie, Unaccustomed As We Are, and Richard W. Bann reveals details of his exclusive interview with the film’s director Lewis R. Foster. If you like your podcasts entertaining and packed with information, this is the episode for you.  

To access the bonus Patron-only extended version of Patrick’s audio essay and some fascinating outtakes with Richard and Randy from this episode, just sign up to show your support for the podcast and become a Patron by clicking the link here: ⁠⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194⁠⁠

To subscribe to the all-new Laurel & Hardy Magazine and for more information on The Laurel & Hardy Podcast and Patrick's forthcoming series of books starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the website at ⁠www.laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠


To contact Patrick, email ⁠⁠theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠


If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755⁠⁠

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To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog⁠⁠

Mar 16, 202402:17:20
Bonus 10: Elmer Raguse - Arrival of the Talkies

Bonus 10: Elmer Raguse - Arrival of the Talkies

In this very special bonus episode, Patrick welcomes Craig Raguse to the show. Craig is the grandson of the man who was given the responsibility of converting the Hal Roach Studios into a studio fit for producing talking pictures, Elmer Raguse.

Craig discusses Elmer's early life and background, his move from the Victor Company in New Jersey to Roach's studio in Culver City, and talks about some of the stand-out achievements in his grandfather's career.

This fascinating and entertaining episode pays tribute to a key figure in the history of Laurel and Hardy, Charley Chase, Our Gang and many more.

To gain access to more exclusive content and benefits from The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, sign up to show your support and become a Patron of the Podcast by clicking the link here: ⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194⁠⁠⁠

To subscribe to the all-new Laurel & Hardy Magazine, and for all the back episodes of the Podcast and Patrick's forthcoming series of books starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the website at ⁠⁠⁠www.laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠

To contact Patrick, email ⁠⁠⁠theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠

If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755⁠⁠⁠

To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK⁠⁠⁠

To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog⁠⁠⁠

Feb 10, 202401:14:20
Bonus 9 (Live): New Book- March of the Wooden Soldiers with Randy Skretvedt

Bonus 9 (Live): New Book- March of the Wooden Soldiers with Randy Skretvedt

In this special bonus episode, recorded live in front of a Zoom audience of some of the Podcast’s Patrons, Patrick interviews Laurel & Hardy expert and film historian, Randy Skretvedt, all about his latest book, entitled March of the Wooden Soldiers: The Amazing Story of Laurel & Hardy’s Babes in Toyland.

To purchase a copy of Randy’s new book, click here for UK: https://amzn.to/4aHmD4T

To purchase a copy of Randy’s new book, click here for USA: https://amzn.to/48FnnWu

For more exclusive content and benefits and for your chance to join us on the next Podcast LIVE, sign up to show your support and become a Patron by clicking the link here: ⁠⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194⁠⁠

To subscribe to the all-new Laurel & Hardy Magazine, and for all the back episodes of the Podcast and Patrick's forthcoming series of books starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the website at ⁠⁠www.laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠

To contact Patrick, email ⁠⁠theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠

If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755⁠⁠

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Jan 05, 202401:36:21
Bonus 8: Stan and Ollie's Silent Era Retrospective with Chris Seguin

Bonus 8: Stan and Ollie's Silent Era Retrospective with Chris Seguin

To round off Laurel and Hardy's silent era, Patrick invites classic comedy expert Chris Seguin back to take one last look at the whole canon. Join us for a fascinating and fun discussion covering all the boys' films, from The Lucky Dog to Angora Love.

For more exclusive content and benefits from The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, sign up to show your support and become a Patron by clicking the link here: ⁠⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194⁠⁠

To subscribe to the all-new Laurel & Hardy Magazine, and for all the back episodes of the Podcast and Patrick's forthcoming series of books starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the website at ⁠⁠www.laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠

To contact Patrick, email ⁠⁠theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠

If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755⁠⁠

To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK⁠⁠

To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog⁠⁠

Dec 28, 202301:23:07
34. Angora Love (1929) with Chris Seguin

34. Angora Love (1929) with Chris Seguin

With a tear in the eye, episode thirty-four brings Stan and Ollie’s silent period to a close. To discuss Laurel & Hardy’s swansong of their silent era, Angora Love, Patrick welcomes back to the Podcast classic comedy expert Chris Seguin. As well as discussing the film in focus, Chris and Patrick also consider Stan and Babe’s contemporaries, such as Buster Keaton, Harold Lloyd and Charlie Chaplin, and how they fared transferring from silent to sound pictures.  

To access the extra exclusive Patron-only podcast with Patrick and Chris, sign up to show your support for the podcast and become a Patron by clicking the link here: ⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194⁠

To subscribe to the all-new Laurel & Hardy Magazine, and for more information on The Laurel & Hardy Podcast and Patrick's forthcoming series of books starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the website at ⁠www.laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠

To contact Patrick, email ⁠theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠

If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755⁠

To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: ⁠https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK⁠

To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: ⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog⁠

Nov 25, 202302:00:41
Bonus 7: The Last Dance of the Cuckoos with Andy Hollingworth and Matt Holt

Bonus 7: The Last Dance of the Cuckoos with Andy Hollingworth and Matt Holt

On September 9th, 1953, Stan Laurel and Oliver ‘Babe’ Hardy arrived on a boat direct from the USA into the small harbour town of Cobh, Ireland, ahead of another tour of the theatres of Great Britain. The boys assumed that they would quietly disembark unnoticed by the townspeople - but that couldn’t be further from what happened. In this special bonus episode of the podcast, Patrick welcomes filmmakers Andy Hollingworth and Matt Holt to discuss the genesis and production of their new documentary, The Last Dance of the Cuckoos, which charts this remarkable and emotive true story. In addition, Patrick invites his guests to share their earliest memories of Laurel and Hardy and also makes them face the Atoll Question.

To access an extra 30 minutes of this episode, and many more besides, simply sign up to show your support for the podcast and become a Patron of the Podcast by clicking the link: ⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194⁠

For more information concerning The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, The Laurel & Hardy Magazine and Patrick's forthcoming series of books, starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the new website at ⁠www.laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠

More information about Andy Hollingworth can be found here: https://www.andyhollingworth.com/

More information about Matt Holt’s Spoon Jar Films can be found here: https://www.spoonjarfilms.co.uk/

To contact Patrick, email ⁠theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠

If you'd like to make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy-related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: 

⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755⁠

To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: ⁠https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK⁠

To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: 

⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog⁠

Sep 29, 202301:43:42
33. Bacon Grabbers (1929) with Randy Skretvedt

33. Bacon Grabbers (1929) with Randy Skretvedt

In Episode thirty-three, Patrick welcomes back to the Podcast Laurel & Hardy expert and author of Laurel & Hardy: The Magic Behind the Movies and The Laurel & Hardy Movie ScriptsRandy Skretvedt. Throughout the course of the show, Randy and Patrick talk about a film that is often overlooked in the Laurel & Hardy canon, Bacon Grabbers.

Patrick and Randy share their love for the film and talk about its production history, paying special attention to the synchronised soundtrack that accompanied the film on its release to theatres. I

To access the exclusive Q&A with Randy, sign up to show your support for the podcast and become a Patreon by clicking the link here: https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194

For more information concerning The Laurel & Hardy Podcast,
The Laurel & Hardy Magazine and Patrick's forthcoming series of books,
starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the brand new website at
www.laurelandhardyfilms.com

To contact Patrick, email theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com

If you'd like to make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the
discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755

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podcasts, click here: https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK

For more information about The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, click
here https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/

To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click
here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog


Sep 17, 202301:39:54
32. Double Whoopee (1929) with Glenn Mitchell

32. Double Whoopee (1929) with Glenn Mitchell

In Episode 32, our attention turns to the first film that Stan and Babe made in 1929, Double Whoopee. Best known for a three-minute sequence starring a young Jean Harlow, Patrick and his special guest, Glenn Mitchell, discuss why the film is so much more than this one scene. In addition, the conversation also looks at the production history of the picture, the unique sound version produced in 1970 by Chuck McCann and a whole lot more!

To show your support for the podcast and become a Patreon by clicking the link here: https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194

For more information concerning The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, The Laurel & Hardy Magazine and Patrick's forthcoming series of books, starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the brand new website at www.laurelandhardyfilms.com

To contact Patrick, email theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com

If you'd like to make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755

To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK

For more information about The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, click here https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/

To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog

Aug 12, 202302:15:49
Bonus 6: Laurel & Hardy - Year One 1927 Silents, Blu Ray Release with Serge Bromberg

Bonus 6: Laurel & Hardy - Year One 1927 Silents, Blu Ray Release with Serge Bromberg

Joining Patrick for this special edition of the podcast is Serge Bromberg from Lobster Films. Serge talks about the long-awaited release of Laurel & Hardy's 1927 silent shorts on Blu-ray. During the discussion, we find out what films are included and what we can expect from the set.

As usual, Patrick asks his guest how he discovered Laurel & Hardy and how he got into film restoration, as well as the infamous Atoll question!

For more information on The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, visit www.laurelandhardyfilms.com

To become a Patron of the Podcast, please visit: https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194

Jul 08, 202301:17:44
31. Big Business (1929) [Part Two] with Richard W. Bann

31. Big Business (1929) [Part Two] with Richard W. Bann

Episode 31 completes our deep dive into Stan and Babe's 1929 masterpiece, Big Business. On the previous show, Episode 30, Randy Skretvedt and I discussed the film and also covered the mythology surrounding a couple of famous (or infamous) legends connected to the production - primarily Hal Roach's much-related tale that the wrong house was destroyed in error. Randy sided with Stan Laurel and thought that Hal's story was "a load of baloney". So, in this episode, I'm delighted to welcome back film historian and expert on the Hal Roach Studios, Richard W. Bann. Richard covers some little-known facts about Big Business, as well as laying out all the facts surrounding the 'wrong house' story. With both sides at our disposal, can we finally put this argument to bed once and for all?

For more information concerning The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, The Laurel & Hardy Magazine and Patrick's forthcoming series of books, starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the brand new website at www.laurelandhardyfilms.com

To contact Patrick, email theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com

If you'd like to make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755

To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK

For more information about The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, click here https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/

To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog

May 30, 202301:15:50
30. Big Business (1929) [Part One] with Randy Skretvedt

30. Big Business (1929) [Part One] with Randy Skretvedt

Episode 30 marks the third year anniversary of The Laurel & Hardy Podcast. In today's show, we hear from some of the podcast's loyal supporters about why they love the show so much. The big business in hand, though, is the first part of a two-episode deep dive into Laurel and Hardy's silent masterpiece, Big Business. Patrick discusses the film with regular guest expert Randy Skretvedt, and together they explore the contentious legends surrounding the film's production, such as: were the boys selling Christmas trees in the summertime, and did they trash the wrong house by mistake??


For more information concerning The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, The Laurel & Hardy Magazine and Patrick's forthcoming series of books, starting with Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit the brand new website at www.laurelandhardyfilms.com


To contact Patrick, email theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com


If you'd like to make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755


To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK


For more information about The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, click here https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/


To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Podcast's Amazon storefront, click here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog


Apr 28, 202301:38:59
29. That's My Wife (1929) with Steve Massa
Feb 07, 202301:19:00
Bonus 5: '...and this is my friend Mr Holland'

Bonus 5: '...and this is my friend Mr Holland'

In this very special bonus episode of The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, Patrick chats with star of TV and stage Jeffrey Holland. Jeffrey is someone who can rightly be referred to as a member of UK TV royalty. His acting career on both stage and screen over the years has been prolific, appearing in such TV classics as Dad's Army, Are You Being Served? It Ain't Half Hot Mum, but he became a household name for his roles in the celebrated sit-coms, Hi-De-Hi, You Rang M'Lord and Oh, Doctor Beeching.

Since 2013, Jeffrey has been touring with his one-man stage show entitled, '...and this is my friend, Mr Laurel', a play in which he plays Stan reminiscing about his life and career. Jeffrey also talks about his earliest memories of Laurel and Hardy and ultimately faces the Atoll Question.

To learn more about Jeffrey Holland, click here: https://www.jeffreyholland.co.uk/

To book tickets to see Jeffrey in '...and this is my friend, Mr Laurel', at The Lighthouse in Poole, Dorset, click here: https://www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/whats-on/2022/and-this-is-my-friend-mr-laurel/

For more information about The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, click here https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/

Stay in touch with all the latest Podcast news, including updates on my forthcoming book, Laurel & Hardy: Silents by subscribing to the free newsletter here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/contact/

To subscribe to the all-new Laurel & Hardy Magazine, click here: https://www.laurelandhardymag.com/

Join in the discussion and become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755

To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK

To purchase a copy of Randy Skretvedt’s incredible book, Laurel & Hardy: The Magic Behind the Movies, click here: https://amzn.to/3Dpl1P3

To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Blog’s Amazon storefront, click here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog

*Please note that I am an Amazon affiliate, and any purchases made using the above links will help support this podcast whilst not costing you a penny more.


Nov 12, 202240:02
27. Wrong Again (1929) with Glenn Mitchell

27. Wrong Again (1929) with Glenn Mitchell

Under its new title, The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, Episode 27 takes a deep dive into Stan and Babe's wonderful 1929 release, Wrong Again.  Returning guest expert Glenn Mitchell pays a fitting tribute to the late film historian Dave Wyatt.

During Patrick and Glenn's discussion about the film in focus, the two shine a torch on the musical score, the mechanics of the horse on the piano gag and Leo McCarey's reminiscences of directing what became one of his favourite of all Laurel and Hardy's films.

Stay in touch with all the latest Podcast news, including updates on my forthcoming book, Laurel & Hardy: Silents by subscribing to the free newsletter here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/contact/

To read the blog on Wrong Again, click here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/2022/11/06/29-wrong-again-1929-2/

To purchase a copy of Glenn Mitchell's Laurel & Hardy Encyclopedia, click here: https://amzn.to/3NBAe2x

To subscribe to the all new Laurel & Hardy Magazine, click here: https://www.laurelandhardymag.com/

Join in the discussion and become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755

To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK

To purchase a copy of Randy Skretvedt’s incredible book, Laurel & Hardy: The Magic Behind the Movies, click here: https://amzn.to/3Dpl1P3

For more information about The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, click here https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/

To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs and Blu-Rays, visit The Laurel & Hardy Blog’s Amazon storefront, click here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog

*Please note that I am an Amazon affiliate, and any purchases made using the above links will help support this podcast whilst not costing you a penny more.

Nov 06, 202201:52:25
26. Liberty (1929) with John Bengtson and Randy Skretvedt

26. Liberty (1929) with John Bengtson and Randy Skretvedt

Episode 26 has very lofty ambitions, as Patrick and his guests discuss Laurel & Hardy’s 1929 short, Liberty. In the footsteps of Harold Lloyd, Liberty is the one and only time Stan and Babe made an out-and-out ‘thrill’ picture and what a hilarious short it is! To help him to discuss the locations used for the filming of Liberty, Patrick welcomes a new guest to the Blogcast, the “great detective of silent film locations”, John Bengtson. As well as hearing John’s Laurel and Hardy back-story, we also have the welcome return of the Atoll Question!

In the second half of the show, Patrick also welcomes regular Laurel and Hardy author and expert and friend of the Blogcast, Randy Skretvedt, who takes a close look at the film’s productions history.

If you like your Podcasts packed full of interesting information, enjoyable conversation, movie clips and much more besides, then you’ll love Episode 26.

To read the blog on Liberty, click here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/filmography/

Stay in touch with all the latest Blogcast news, including updates on my forthcoming book, Laurel & Hardy: Silents by subscribing to the free newsletter here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/contact/

To visit John Bengtson’s ‘Silent Locations’blog on Liberty, click here: https://silentlocations.com/?s=liberty

For more information on the filming location where Liberty was filmed, click here: https://www.939broadwaylofts.com/our-history

To subscribe to the all-new Laurel & Hardy Magazine, click here: https://www.laurelandhardymag.com/

Join in the discussion and become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755

To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK

To purchase a copy of Randy Skretvedt’s incredible book, Laurel & Hardy: The Magic Behind the Movies, click here: https://amzn.to/3Dpl1P3

To purchase a copy of Randy Skretvedt’s latest book – The Laurel & Hardy Movie Scripts: Volume 2 – Lost Films and Classics, click here: https://amzn.to/3BkbKoL

For more information about The Laurel & Hardy Blog, click here https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/

To find the best Laurel and Hardy books, DVD and Blu-Ray releases, visit The Laurel & Hardy Blog’s Amazon storefront, click here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog

*Please note that I am an Amazon affiliate and as such any purchases made using the above links will help to support this podcast, whilst not costing you a penny more.

Sep 16, 202202:15:30
25. We Faw Down (1928) with Chris Seguin

25. We Faw Down (1928) with Chris Seguin

In this 25th episode of The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, Patrick provides an update on his forthcoming book, Laurel & Hardy: Silents and makes a special announcement about the future of The Laurel & Hardy Magazine. The main business of the day, however, is to take a close look at the 1928 silent short, We Faw Down. To help him with the analysis of the film, Patrick welcomes back to the Blogcast Canadian film historian, Chris Seguin.  In addition to discussing the film in focus, Chris also provides interesting context by talking about silent comedy star Larry Semon's demise which was happening concurrently with Laurel and Hardy's rise to greatness. 

To read the blog on We Faw Down visit: http://www.blog-heads.com/

Join in the discussion and become an official Blog-Head by joining the Blog-Heads Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755

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To stay up to date with book releases and everything else, join The Laurel & Hardy Blog's mailing list here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/contact/

To visit Chris Seguin's blog, click here: http://thescribefiles.blogspot.com/

To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK

For more information about The Laurel & Hardy Blog, click here: http://www.blog-heads.com/

To find the best Laurel and Hardy books and DVDs visit The Laurel & Hardy Blog’s Amazon storefront, click here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/laurelandhardyblog

*Please note that I am an Amazon affiliate and as such any purchases made using the above links will help to support this podcast, whilst not costing you a penny more.

Aug 11, 202201:45:57
24. Habeas Corpus (1928) with Paul Castiglia and Randy Skretvedt

24. Habeas Corpus (1928) with Paul Castiglia and Randy Skretvedt

In a bumper Episode 24, the Podcast has reached a pivotal moment in Laurel and Hardy’s cinematic history. Today’s film in focus, Habeas Corpus was not only the boys’ first out-and-out scare-comedy, but it was also the moment Stan and Babe took their first steps toward the talkies.

Joining Patrick on this deep-dive into Habeas Corpus is first-time guest and scare-comedy expert, Paul Castiglia. Paul discusses the genesis of the comedy horror film, discusses his Laurel and Hardy backstory and answers the infamous Atoll Question.

In addition, Patrick also welcomes regular Laurel and Hardy author and expert, Randy Skretvedt to take a close look at the film’s synchronised music and effects track.

If you like your Podcasts packed full of interesting information, enjoyable conversation, movie clips and much more besides, then you’ll love Episode 24.

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Jul 02, 202202:49:04
Bonus 4: "Everything Comes From Karno" with David Crump

Bonus 4: "Everything Comes From Karno" with David Crump

Joining us on this special bonus edition of The Laurel & Hardy Podcast is a man who has had a number of guises in his life, including as an actor, singer, and playwright, and to that list, he can now add the title author. In 2021, he published an extensive biography of music hall impresario, Fred Karno, entitled Fred Karno: The Legend Behind the Laughter.

No discussion of Stan Laurel, Laurel and Hardy – or comedy in its wider sense can be complete without recognising the impact of Fred Karno, and so it is with great pleasure that we welcome on to Episode 23, author, David Crump.

On the show, Patrick chats to David about his own background before discussing the life and career of Fred Karno, with a specific focus on Karno’s involvement with Stan Laurel and later, about his brief spell working at the Hal Roach Studios.

As part of the show, we also hear a couple of extracts from two interviews with Stan Laurel, held in the late 1950s, in which Stan talks about joining the Karno troupe and his tour of the vaudeville circuits of the USA.

Episode 23 also sees the welcome return of the infamous ‘Atoll Question – but which items will David choose to with him onto his desert island?

The interviews sampled in this episode are:

1) Stan Laurel interviewed by Arthur B. Freidman in 1957

2) Stan Laurel interviewed by Tony Thomas in 1959

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May 24, 202201:55:24
22. Two Tars (1928) with Randy Skretvedt

22. Two Tars (1928) with Randy Skretvedt

In Episode 22, Patrick celebrates the 2nd anniversary of the Podcast and we hear birthday messages from some of the podcast’s many global listeners. In addition, Patrick also welcomes back to the Blogcast Laurel & Hardy expert and author of Laurel & Hardy: The Magic Behind the Movies and The Laurel & Hardy Movie Scripts, Randy Skretvedt.

On the show, Randy and Patrick discuss the film in focus which is the fantastic silent short, ‘Two Tars’ and much more besides.

To read the blog on Two Tars click here https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/2022/03/28/25-two-tars-1928/

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Apr 21, 202201:59:17
21. Early to Bed (1928) [Part Two] with Richard W. Bann

21. Early to Bed (1928) [Part Two] with Richard W. Bann

Episode 21, sees Patrick offer a Laurel and Hardy handshake to returning guest and Hal Roach Studios expert, Richard W. Bann. This episode continues the discussion that Patrick had with Randy Skretvedt in Episode 20 about Stan and Babe’s 1928 silent short ‘Early to Bed’.

As Randy didn’t much care for this classic yet divisive short, Patrick invites ‘Early to Bed’ fan, Richard Bann to join him on the Podcast to explain just what he likes about the film.

As usual, listeners can expect another episode bursting with information and once again Richard draws on his wealth of first-hand accounts from Hal Roach Studios alumni.

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Mar 01, 202201:53:44
20. Early to Bed (1928) [Part One] with Randy Skretvedt

20. Early to Bed (1928) [Part One] with Randy Skretvedt

In Episode Twenty, Patrick welcomes back to the Podcast Laurel & Hardy expert and author of Laurel & Hardy: The Magic Behind the Movies and The Laurel & Hardy Movie Scripts, Randy Skretvedt. Throughout the course of the show Randy and Patrick talk about a film that neither of them are overly fond of, Early to Bed, and find that they share a personal reason for taking a dislike to it.

In addition to discussing the film in focus, Randy talks about a recent auction win that landed him a rare pile of vintage Laurel & Hardy items belonging to Oliver Hardy and Charlie Hall and the Hal Roach Studios.  This is part one of a two part look at Early to Bed. Don’t miss part two of this deep-dive into Early to Bed, coming in Episode 21, in which Patrick talks to Richard W. Bann about why he likes the film so much!

To read the blog on Early to Bed click here https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/2022/02/03/24-early-to-bed-1928/

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Feb 04, 202202:06:42
19. Should Married Men Go Home? with Glenn Mitchell

19. Should Married Men Go Home? with Glenn Mitchell

Episode Nineteen sees the welcome return of special guest Glenn Mitchell. In the programme Patrick and Glenn discuss the first release from the officially designated ‘Laurel & Hardy’ series, 1928’s Should Married Men Go Home?

Patrick explores Babe Hardy’s obsession with golf and also the golfing culture prevalent at the Hal Roach Studios. In addition, Glenn takes an in-depth look at one of Stan and Babe’s co-stars making her final appearance with the boys, Edna Marian.

To read the blog on Should Married Men Go Home? and see the full page article covering the Roach Studio’s 1928 Golf Tournament, as published in Exhibitor’s Herald & Moving Picture World, click here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/2022/01/06/23-should-married-men-go-home-1928/

To watch the unedited version of George Mann’s home video - On Location With Laurel & Hardy - March 1928, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXXZ63ZXY-w

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Jan 07, 202201:35:54
18. Their Purple Moment (1928) with Richard W. Bann

18. Their Purple Moment (1928) with Richard W. Bann

In this bumper Episode Eighteen, Patrick welcomes Laurel and Hardy and Hal Roach Studios expert Richard W. Bann to the Podcast for the very first time.

Richard is one of the foremost authorities on anything and everything connected to the Hal Roach Studios, including not only the films they produced but also its history, reputation and legacy as well.

Richard shares his Laurel and Hardy backstory, about how he discovered Stan and Ollie and the Hal Roach Studios in general and also his career history. He also discusses with Patrick the film in focus, 1928 silent short, Their Purple Moment.

To finish, Richard also answers the ever-difficult Atoll question.

This is easily the longest episode of the Podcast to date and with good reason. If you’re a true fan of the boys and the Lot of Fun, you won’t want to miss a minute of this one!

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To read the blog on Their Purple Moment’ click here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/2021/11/05/22-their-purple-moment/

To watch Chris Bungo’s locations ‘Then and Now’ video for Their Purple Moment, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vZFg-WaDXnY

Nov 20, 202102:40:09
17. You're Darn Tootin' (1928) with Ben Model and Neil Brand
Oct 09, 202102:00:35
16. From Soup to Nuts (1928) & Anita Garvin Special with Randy Skretvedt
Sep 04, 202101:33:13
15. The Finishing Touch (1928) with Randy Skretvedt and Kyp Harness
Aug 05, 202101:48:46
Bonus 3: Edgar Kennedy Special with Bill Cassara
Jun 26, 202101:04:19
13. Leave 'Em Laughing (1928) with Nico Cartenstadt
May 27, 202101:21:36
12. The Battle of the Century (1928) with Randy Skretvedt

12. The Battle of the Century (1928) with Randy Skretvedt

In this first-year anniversary episode, Patrick celebrates the Podcast’s first birthday with members of the Podcast's online Community and from the wider fan community too. The film in focus on Episode 12 is the restored and (almost) complete version of the boys’ 1928 silent short, The Battle of the Century. Discussing this classic comedy with him is returning guest, expert, and author of Laurel & Hardy: The Magic Behind the Movies, Randy Skretvedt.

Also included are clips from interviews with Jon Mirsalis, Anita Garvin and also a brief cameo by Bob Gassell from The Marx Brothers Council Podcast too.

Names checked in the episode are Elmer Raguse, Buster Keaton, Clyde Bruckman, Richard Currier, Anita Garvin, James Finlayson, Charlie Hall, Hal Roach

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To read the blog on 'Helpmates', click here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/2021/04/06/61-helpmates-1932/

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Apr 21, 202102:13:32
11. Putting Pants on Philip (1927) with Glenn Mitchell
Mar 15, 202101:31:34
Bonus 2: Laurel OR Hardy Blu-ray Release with Rob Stone
Feb 01, 202152:26
10. Hats Off! (1927) & Call of the Cuckoo (1927) with Randy Skretvedt

10. Hats Off! (1927) & Call of the Cuckoo (1927) with Randy Skretvedt

The tenth episode of the Podcast is the final part of two back-to-back episodes containing a fantastic interview with the author of Laurel & Hardy: The Magic Behind the Movies, Randy Skretvedt. In this continuation from Episode 9, Patrick chats with Randy about Stan and Babe's cameo appearance in the Max Davidson short, Call of the Cuckoo, and also their hugely important and equally frustrating 'lost' film, Hats Off. To finish, Patrick also asks Randy the infamous, Atoll question - but which desert island flicks will he choose to take with him?

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Jan 26, 202101:17:35
9. The Second Hundred Years (1927) with Randy Skretvedt
Dec 24, 202002:02:00
8. Sugar Daddies (1927) with Steve Massa
Nov 24, 202001:11:00
Bonus 1: Laurel & Hardy Autographs with Mark Hammond
Nov 13, 202048:27
7. Flying Elephants (1927) with Glenn Mitchell
Oct 25, 202001:20:00
6. Do Detectives Think? (1927) with Glenn Mitchell (Pt 1.)
Sep 20, 202001:13:36
5. Sailors Beware (1927) & Now I'll Tell One (1927), Hal Roach Special with Craig Calman

5. Sailors Beware (1927) & Now I'll Tell One (1927), Hal Roach Special with Craig Calman

In another packed episode, Patrick has not one but two special guests. First, he talks to author Craig Calman about his friendship and association with Hal Roach, followed by a conversation with award-winning documentary filmmaker James Forsher about his forthcoming feature-length documentary about the life and career of Hal Roach. There are another two audio blogs, focussing on the next two films in the Laurel & Hardy filmography, namely Sailors Beware! (1927) and Now I’ll Tell One (1927).

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To read the blog on Sailors Beware, click here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/2018/10/03/sailors-beware-1927/

To read the blog on Now I’ll Tell One, click here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/2018/10/15/9-now-ill-tell-one-1927/

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Aug 17, 202001:35:00
4. Why Girls Love Sailors (1927) & With Love and Hisses (1927) with Chris Seguin

4. Why Girls Love Sailors (1927) & With Love and Hisses (1927) with Chris Seguin

In a packed episode four, Patrick reviews the new blu-ray/DVD set, Laurel & Hardy: The Definitive Restorations and talks to Laurel & Hardy aficianado, Chris Seguin about the two films in focus, Why Girls Love Sailors (1927) and With Love and Hisses (1927). They also discuss the influence of silent comedy star Harry Langdon on Stan Laurel and also Chris' obsession with the boys' final screen appearance, the controversial, Atoll K.

To read the  blog on Why Girls Love Sailors, click here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/2018/09/30/why-girls-love-sailors-1927/

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Jul 16, 202001:30:02
3. Slipping Wives (1927) & Love 'Em and Weep (1927) - Finlayson Special

3. Slipping Wives (1927) & Love 'Em and Weep (1927) - Finlayson Special

In this third episode, Patrick talks with Stephen Rettie about his family connection to Laurel & Hardy co-star and fan favourite, James Finlayson. The episode charts Finlayson's history growing up in Larbert, Scotland and emigrating to California and becoming a global star. The two Laurel & Hardy films in focus are Slipping Wives (1927) and Love 'Em and Weep (1927), the latter being Finlayson's first role in the same film with both Laurel and Hardy.

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Jun 12, 202001:15:56
2. 45 Mins...(1926) & Duck Soup (1927) with Steve Massa

2. 45 Mins...(1926) & Duck Soup (1927) with Steve Massa

In this second episode Patrick talks with silent film historian, Steve Massa about his connections with the world of Laurel and Hardy. The two audio blogs focus on the next two films in the Laurel and Hardy canon, being 45 Minutes From Hollywood (1926) and Duck Soup (1927) and Steve gives his take on them both.

To read the blog on 45 Minutes From Hollywood click here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/2018/09/26/forty-five-minutes-from-hollywood-1926/

To read the blog on 'Duck Soup' click here: https://laurel-and-hardy-blog.com/2018/09/27/duck-soup-1927/

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To read John Bengtson's blog 'How L&H Made Duck Soup' visit his Silent Locations website here: https://silentlocations.com/2020/04/12/how-laurel-and-hardy-filmed-duck-soup/

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May 03, 202001:00:00
1. The Lucky Dog (1921) with Rob Stone

1. The Lucky Dog (1921) with Rob Stone

In this very first episode of The Laurel & Hardy Podcast, host Patrick Vasey introduces the premise of the series and focuses on Laurel and Hardy's first appearance together on screen, 'The Lucky Dog' (1921). To help him to discuss the film, as well as Stan and Babe's solo careers is film archivist and groundbreaking author of Laurel OR Hardy, The Solo Films of Stan Laurel and Oliver 'Babe' Hardy, Rob Stone.


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Apr 01, 202001:08:27
L&H Blogcast - Teaser Trailer
Mar 17, 202001:41