Vanguard of Hollywood

It’s a Wonderful Life Radio Play and What Happened to Alfalfa

Shannon reveals the story behind the answer to yesterday's trivia question and introduces the full Lux Radio Theatre adaptation of It's a Wonderful Life.

Week Before Christmas: Introduction and Meal Plan

Listen to Vanguard of Hollywood daily this week for Christmas movie trivia, recipes that are delicious and budget-friendly, and some of Shannon's favorite Christmas stories.

Bette vs. Joan: Whatever Happened to Baby Jane? 60th Anniversary

Bette Davis Feuds with Joan Crawford, Does What No Makeup Artist Dares, and runs to the Hollywood Hills. Celebrating 60 years, it's Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?

Charade (1963) with Introduction by Shannon

This episode is the audio from a video introduction and a film.  Visit VanguardOfHollywood.com to watch Shannon's introduction and stream Charade (1963) in its entirety.  
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Jimmy Stewart Was Not Racist. Here’s Why.

A Rumor Casts a Shadow on the Legacy of Jimmy Stewart. Was Jimmy Stewart Racist? The Answer is No. Here's Why.

Platinum Perfection: A Lana Turner Birthday Tribute

Lana Turner is the Definition of Movie Star, Loves Hot Sauce and Fashion, Goes Through Seven Husbands, is Saved by Her Daughter, & Can Make Anyone Laugh. It’s Shannon’s Birthday Tribute to Lana Turner.

Elegance and Eloquence: A Sidney Poitier Tribute

Sidney Poitier Wins Best Actor, Is the Highest Paid Star in Hollywood, Goes Vegetarian, and Continues to Inspire with His Amazing Life Story. Join Shannon as she pays tribute to Sidney Poitier.

Inspiration from Jimmy Stewart, Frank Capra, & It’s a Wonderful Life

In this special episode, Vanguard of Hollywood ventures into video with the inspiring story of Jimmy Stewart and It's a Wonderful Life (1946).

Otto Preminger: The Man Who Would Be King - Interview With Foster Hirsch

Otto Preminger Goes Independent, Takes Down the Production Code Administration, Fights Censorship, & Doesn't Hold Back His Temper.  Film historian Foster Hirsch joins Shannon for a discussion of his gripping book, Otto Preminger: The Man Who Would Be King.

All Heart: Doris Day & Why She Matters

Doris Day Exudes Confidence, Heckles an Umpire, Wants to Be a Housewife, Talks to Me on the Phone, & Can Literally Do it All. Shannon introduces the latest Star Spotlight, Doris Day.