Episodes – YESTERYEAR BALLYHOO REVUE

Zach enlists podcaster Darrel Lantz (Buck Benny OTR Podcast) to help him track down the trail of a “One of A Thousand” rifle and all those who had a claim to it as they saddle up for a deep dive into Anthony Mann’s 1950 Western Classic, ‘Winchester ’73’. Store your arms at the door of […]

Zach welcomes back podcaster Phil Vecchio (The Mandarian Orange Show, Alex P. Keaton Is My Friend) to unravel the mysteries of flying saucers, re-animated bodies, and humanities STUPID MINDS as they revel in the glory of Edward D. Wood Jr.’s masterpiece, PLAN 9 FROM OUTER SPACE. Criswell predicts that you will have a marvelous time […]

Zach welcomes podcasters Jeff and Cory (Switch the Envelope) to help soft through the demons found in Don Birnam’s bottle as they wander through Billy Wilder’s 1945 Oscar winning triumph, THE LOST WEEKEND. Grab a theremin and watch out for bats as the guys learn the unusual origins of the film, get taken a back […]

Zach welcomes back podcaster Jon Eckstrom (Jon of a All Trades) to engage in a rousting rumble with the logic of illogic as the two unpack the daffy and dizzy delight one may find courtesy of Burns and Allen in their 1935 film, HERE COMES COOKIE! Grab your lamb chops and settle in for a […]

Zach enlists the help of return guests Tyler Maybee (Podcaster,’Pop Culture Brews’) and Matthew Merback (Actor and Film Critic, ‘The Bipolar Critic’) to break into the Disney Vault and unearth the many laughs and lessons found in the story of the struggles and triumphs that faced the Walt Disney studios during the 1940’s! The boys […]

Zach is joined by podcaster Cheryl Jones (Movies Made Me, It’s on My List) to see the end of days for Jack Benny’s film career unfold as they try to unpack the light, frothy, apocalyptic romp that is 1945’s THE HORN BLOWS AT MIDNIGHT. Put down the Paradise Coffee and stay alert as the two […]

Zach welcomes back Abella Bala (Deadly Illusions, Antlers) to help referee the battle to end all battles in Golden Age Hollywood in its waning days as Bette and Joan face off in 1962’s ‘WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO BABY JANE?’. Pull up a chair and dine on cellar rats while you listen to the two unveil […]

Zach welcomes back actress and podcaster Erin Mullane (The Required Viewing Podcast- with Erin and Chloe) to be swept up in the madcap comedy and macabre creeps with a deep dive in Frank Capra’s 1944 triumph, ‘Arsenic and Old Lace’. Pull up a chair and pour yourself some perfectly harmless elderberry wine and revel in […]

The Saga of Jacques Tati continues as Zach and Sterling indulge in the delight, genius, and comic artistry found at Saint-Marc-sur-Mer with a look at 1953’s ‘Les Vacances de Monsieur Hulot’ (Monsieur Hulot’s Holiday). ——- For chapter 1 and all chapters to come, please visit the YBR PRESENTS Feed for all episodes of Tour de […]

Zach welcomes back podcaster and filmmaker Henry Jarvis (Reel Nerds Podcast, Artery and Vain) to dive into the expressionist landscape of Fritz Lang with his 1931 sound debut, ‘M’. Settle in film school students for the supreme discussion as the guys walk through the Origins of Fritz Lang and his silent film years, learn more […]

Zach welcomes back return guest Pam Munter (Author, ‘Fading Fame’) to find out if fairy tales can come true and if they can happen to you… even if they have already happened before as they unpack the melodrama and musical marvel that is 1955’s YOUNG AT HEART. Settle in and pull up a chair in […]

Zach is joined once again by Hope Sears (All of the Classics) to help Jack Benny and Ann Sheridan renovate a historical house as they take a deep dive into William Keighley’s 1942 comedy, ‘George Washington Slept Here’. Grab your tools and get ready to dig for analytical water wells as the two dive into […]

Zach is joined this week by internet radio broadcaster John Matthews aka Big John (The Glowing Dial with Big John and Steve, The Glowing Dial LIVE) to step through the creaking door with a rather mysterious host for a Radio Revue of INNER SANCTUM MYSTERIES!!! Settle in for a terrifying tale and then relax with […]

Zach welcomes back the 3 Time Ballyhoo Champion Adam Jewell (Previous Episodes on ‘Double Indemnity’, ‘The Searchers’, and ‘The Apartment’) for a game of pool as the two dive deep into Robert Rossen’s 1961 classic, ‘The Hustler’. Rack Up your earbuds and get ready as they break into a discussion that see’s the boys diving […]

Zach welcomes podcaster and filmmaker Jay Alan Rickard (Dear Rowan, Sit a Spell) to have a closer look at the subtext, text, and over all representation of LGBTQ persons in Golden Age Hollywood with a dive into Nicholas Ray’s ‘Rebel Without A Cause’ and William Wyler’s ‘The Children’s Hour’. Tune in as the two discuss […]

Our Wonderful (?) Host, Zach Eastman, takes this week to celebrate the Ballyhoo’s first birthday, reveals what is to come, and treats you to TWO Classic Radio Shows guaranteed to make you laugh till your sides ache featuring Groucho, Fenneman, Harpo, George, and Gracie. Shows Presented “You Bet Your Life” – ‘Secret Word: Radio’ Broadcast: […]

This week, on a very special GIGANTIC SIZED episode of the Ballyhoo that may go on for years, Zach is joined by return guests Tyler and “Andrew” (Pop Culture Brews) to shoot elephants in the Ballyhoo’s pajamas… how they got in our pajamas, we dont know. That’s right folks, the topic of the day will […]

The Bally-BOO! concludes a month of terror with a trip to the wintry north where some THING has been found in the ice. Zach is joined as this expedition by returning guests Anthony Cubba and Brent Ballard (Poptimistic) where they shall all encounter the terror from beyond the stars found in 1951’s THE THING FROM […]

The Bally-BOO! presses on with more talk to make the spine tingle and the nerves unsettled! This week Zach welcomes back Ryan Frost (Reel Nerds Podcast) to witness the fear and panic struck upon villagers and scientists by one Dr. Jack Griffin with a breakdown of James Whales’ supreme classic, ‘The Invisible Man’! Pull up […]

The Bally-BOO! presses on with more terrifying tales unfolding from cinemas past. This week Zach welcomes back Matt Willocks (The Colorado Batcave) for journey among the rugged peaks that crown upon the Borgo Pass to arrive at a double dose of the one and only, DRACULA! Listen to them, podcasters of the night.. what chatter […]

The Ballyhoo becomes The Bally-Boo as the show kicks off an entire month of horror chatter. This week, Zach is joined by actress and make up artist Erin Mullane (Gone Daddy Gone, Heavy Hangs the Sky) to piece together the many parts needed to discuss James Whales’ terrifying and hilarious 1935 masterpiece, ‘BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN’. […]

Zach welcomes actor, voice artist, and film critic Matthew Merback (The Bipolar Critic) to have a jolly holiday through the wonderful world of Disney as they dive way too deep into the 1964 classic, ‘Mary Poppins’. Join them outside the steps of Number 17 Cherry Tree Lane, where they will discover more about the origins […]

Zach is joined by actress and stand-up comic Abella Bala (Deadly Illusions, Antlers) to take a journey through the streets of New York City through the eyes of Holly Golightly with a chat about Blake Edward’s perennial 1961 hit, ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’. Grab your croissants and stolen Halloween masks and settle in as the two […]

The Ballyhoo returns to Film Breakdowns! This week, Zach welcomes Sterling J. Cook (Filmmaker & CFVA Board Member) as the two take a comedic bicycle ride through the world of Jacques Tati with a look at his 1949 debut feature, ‘Jour de fête’ (The Big Day). Settle in as the boys go international to unlock […]

On this very special 39th episode of the Ballyhoo, Zach pays tribute to the man who never aged past 39… Mr. Jack Benny. Settle in this evening for 4 episodes of ‘The Jack Benny Program’, with commentary surrounding the context and stories behind the episodes. You will also be treated to stories about Jack Benny […]