Matinee Idles

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Host Scott Kurland takes his Co-Hosts Valerie Langlois and Johannes Crueger-Cain on a journey through old Hollywood to learn about the stars, accomplishments, and turmoil of LaLa Land.

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Episodes

Ep. 6: Henry Mancini (The Boy Mozart)

On this episode of Matinee Idles, Scott Kurland tells the gang, Valerie Langlois and Johannes Crueger-Cain, about one of the most popular film composers of all time Henry Mancini and his Oscars and catalog compared to that of John Williams.

Mar 25, 2025•32 min•Ep. 6

Ep. 5: George Reeves (From Here To Metropolis With The Wind)

TRIGGER WARNING, viewer discretion is advised. In this latest episode of Matinee Idles Scott and Valerie tell the famous true crime story and one of the biggest mysteries of Hollywood, the story of Hollywood's first Superman George Reeves.

Jan 13, 2025•45 min•Ep. 5

Ep. 4: Grace Kelly (The Coolheaded Un-Objectable Fantasy Woman)

On this episode of Matinee Idles our host Scott Kurland tells the gang, Valerie Langlois and Johannes Crueger-Cain about a Hollywood Fairytale. From a theatrical actor to a Hollywood star and from a Hollywood star to a princess Grace Kelly has done it all!

Jan 03, 2025•38 min•Ep. 4

Ep. 3: Myrna Loy (The Original Queen of the Silver Screen)

Myrna Loy was the perfect movie wife, charismatic, witty, and beautiful. She was known for her ability to play off of any other actor and adapt to any and every situation. This week Scott tells her great story to Valerie and Johannes. Join us for a wild story filled with trails and triumph. If you are interested in listening to Matinee Idles or any other LTV podcast please check out https://www.leominster.tv/podcasts/

Dec 06, 2024•49 min•Ep. 3

Ep. 2: William Powell (The Original Leading Man)

William Powell was one of the most charismatic leading men to hit the silver screen in the 1920s. His comedic timing was matched to no other, and he was starred in one of 1934's Best Picture nominated films, "The Thin Man." This week Scott tells his story to Valerie and Johannes, and there will be tears & cheers. Join us as we hear a story of success, tragedy, hope, and vaudeville.

Nov 20, 2024•50 min•Ep. 2

Ep. 1: Hedy Lamarr (The Mother of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Instant Fizzy Water)

Welcome to "Matinee Idles" where you idles come to learn. On the very first episode, Scott teaches Valerie & Johannes about Hedy Lamarr. The Hollywood leading lady that was an accomplished pianist, Equestrian, and inventor. Join us as we find out how Hedy went from trading lines with Clark Gable to helping fight the cold war, and ended up making the most significant technological advance to the world...WIFI.

Nov 19, 2024•35 min•Ep. 1

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