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How Bette Davis Saved My Life

"How Bette Davis Saved My Life: Life Lessons From Classic Hollywood" (not original name), the ultimate in "kitchen table" critiquing comes to life in the form of two former co-workers turned podcast hosts, Georgia and Moiya, (Bette's Ladies) sharing their love for not only the one and only Bette Davis, but classic Hollywood movies in general with their take on what can be gleaned from them if not just looked at as solely entertainment.
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Great Guys, Bad Women: "Of Human Bondage" (1934) Bette Davis

Apologies for the audio issues. Did future doctor Phillip ask for it when he took in working no class waitress, Mildred, to maybe reform her-Pygmalion style? Or, did he really have romantic feelings for her? If so, WHYYYYY????!!!! Facebook YouTube

Jun 28, 202533 minSeason 3Ep. 134

Let's Revisit...You Must Remember This..."Casablanca" (1942)

Humphrey Bogart's "Rick" has to decide if he'll fight love and war as the love of his life, Ingrid Bergman's "Ilsa", appears out of nowhere trying to protect her husband Nazis hot on his trail in Morroco during WWII. Paul Henreid co-stars as her husband and the hope of liberty and freedom, Laszlo. Also starring Claude Rains as the unapologetically opportunistic, lascivious French Captain Renault! YouTube Facebook...

Jun 14, 202541 minSeason 60Ep. 60

"What Is A Dandy?": Movies Featuring The Iconic Regency Style

Let's talk about that style's origin and some movies featuring it. Disraeli: Portrait of A Romantic https://youtu.be/ZC8lMp8NnBs?si=1oQpZyj4HdgjRwjz A King's Advisor: Beau Brummel https://youtu.be/C7CRWGPlYfE?si=B-CVqh3TszrIUDYo Forgotten Lives: Beau Brummel https://youtu.be/kUR9f5X2ZaA?si=A8b0U6icQVaXV72B Facebook YouTube...

May 17, 202528 minSeason 3Ep. 133

Missed English Dramas Featuring "Love in A Cold Climate" (1980)

I just discovered YouTube channel, Couch Queens; which showcases forgotten or underrated English movie and television dramas-mainly past but recent as well. https://www.facebook.com/BettesLadies 12 Underrated Period Dramas from The 80s You Should Be Watching YouTube

May 03, 202525 minSeason 3Ep. 132

Great Guys, Bad Women: "Temptation" 1946

Merle Oberon and George Brent Star in this film-noir, thriller set in 1900's Egypt about a bored, disloyal wife who turns deadly with her scandalous Egyptian lover. But, did designer, Orry-Kelly, steal the show with his designs?! Facebook YouTube One Fashion Question:Orry-Kelly...

Apr 05, 202531 minSeason 3Ep. 130

"Great Guys, Bad Women": Black People Version: "Hollow Image" (1979)

Another episode in the series of "Great Guys, Bad Women" for "Late to The Party". Harriet appears to have everything; great career, money and man. But, is that enough? Well, she goes back to her childhood (underline hood) home to MAFO...mess around and find out. Facebook YouTube

Feb 22, 202534 minSeason 3Ep. 127

Kept Woman Blues II: "Back Street" (1932)

Scandal x 3! Pre-code fabulousness! What in the world was she thinking?! Irene Dunne throws her WHOLE life away on John Boles! Facebook YouTube

Feb 08, 202545 minSeason 3Ep. 126

"Those aren't pillows!": "Planes, Trains and Automobiles" (1987)

Will John Candy and Steve Martin kill each other before they get to their final traveling destinations? Find out with us as hilarity ensues. It's one of your hosts first time watching! Don't miss our Lives Facebook YouTube

Nov 30, 202437 minSeason 3Ep. 121

What Would You Do?: "The Great Lie" (1941)

All we're going to say is that Mary Astor won the Best Supporting Actress for this one and it was well deserved. She put the pressure on Bette.... George Brent co-stars as the clueless victim in all of this (as usual). YouTube Facebook

Nov 16, 202436 minSeason 3Ep. 120

"Princess Leia" Sets It Off: "The Blues Brothers" (1980)

One of the best comedies of the late 70s, early 1980s and ever! Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi star in this musical comedy featuring nothing but musical legends ranging from Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles and Cab Calloway! YouTube Facebook

Oct 19, 202453 minSeason 3Ep. 118

"Jaws" (1975)

Some of us are still keeping out of the water after this 70's thriller about a man eating shark! Jaws was the first official summer blockbuster. Steven Spielberg directed Roy Scheider, Richard Dreyfuss and Robert Shaw as they risk their lives to save beach goers from the underwater predator! Facebook Live YouTube

Aug 24, 202446 minSeason 3Ep. 115

Women, Control Men with THIS!

"The Users" (1978), starring the gorgeous Jaclyn Smith of "Charlie's Angels" fame, shows us girls how to take advantage of a lifestyle upgrade via rich and powerful men while still being cute! YouTube Facebook Live

Aug 10, 202414 minSeason 3Ep. 113

Grease (1978) Is The Word!

Thee best rocking n rolling musical about the 50's from the 70's starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John! YouTube Facebook

Jun 29, 202453 minSeason 3Ep. 110

"Roman Holiday" (1953)

The beauty of Rome and Audrey Hepburn are on full display in this timeless and quintessential romantic movie. The handsome Gregory Peck takes a step back in his on screen domineering presence to let Hepburn shine enough to win an Oscar for her first time leading lady role.

Jun 15, 202420 minSeason 3Ep. 109

"When Harry Met Sally"="Seinfeld"?!

This 80's romantic comedy (romcom) of the "can a male and female just be platonic friends?" trope definitely started the trend of later romcoms to follow. But, this Nora Ephron written, Rob Reiner directed film definitely is the standard for the genre. Do you recognize any similaritites between Harry and Sally and Jerry and Elaine? Any famiiliar plot lines? Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan launch their leading role careers. YouTube Visit Facebook for our Lives!...

Jun 01, 202441 minSeason 3Ep. 108

"The Godfather" (1972)= Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul & Game of Thrones?

Part of our "Make Me Like It Series", it is Francis Ford Coppola's masterpiece about the life of an Italian mob family. Based on the book by Mario Puzo and starring Al Pacino, Marlon Brando, James Caan and Robert Duvall. Visit Facebook for our Lives! YouTube

May 18, 202446 minSeason 3Ep. 107

Is A Loveless Marriage Forever Doomed?

Let's explore the relationship of two aristocrats who married for appearances sake and how it affected the people around them with Anthony Trollope's,"The Pallisers". Catch all of our Facebook lives here Facebook YouTube

May 04, 202412 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Handsome Preacher & Religious Business Woman vs. Jealous Hooker

Gorgeous Burt Lancaster wins the Best Actor Oscar for his role as "Elmer Gantry" (1960)-a traveling, boozing, womanizing salesman who charms every woman he meets right out of her.... YouTube Catch all of our Facebook lives, 1pm CST every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month!

Apr 20, 20241 hr 26 minSeason 3Ep. 105
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