The Old Soul Movie Podcast

Golly gee, consider us star-struck! This week, we had the pleasure of chatting with Jerry Mathers-the actor who portrays Beaver Cleaver from Leave It to Beaver (1957-1963)! Emma and Jerry discuss Jerry’s childhood memories of working with Sir Alfred Hitchcock on The Trouble with Harry (1955), filming the iconic “In the Soup” episode, and having fun on set at Universal Studios. Tune in and learn ab...

Emma is joined this week by Dr. Vincent Casaregola of Saint Louis University to cover a film that is considered one of the best of all time: Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964)! An iconic Kubrick film, Dr. Strangelove takes a dark, comedic look at nuclear tensions and end-of-the-world antics.  Dr. Casaregola helps frame what the mindset was of the American p...

The Old Soul Family is headed back to school with their little sister: Isabella! Emma and Isabella encounter some other Sisters at St. Francis Academy, along with mischievous students Mary Clancy and Rachel Devery. They talk about their favorite pranks, sentimental moments, and a few behind-the-scenes fun facts that make this movie one of their personal favorites.  Get ready for those happy homeco...

We are closing out the summer this Labor Day Weekend with another Elizabeth Taylor and Montgomery Clift pairing: Suddenly, Last Summer (1959)! This gothic film takes you on a thrilling psychological journey as Catherine Holly tries to share her truth about what happened to her cousin Sebastian.  We explore more of Tennessee Williams's writing and behind-thee-scenes drama with our guest host, Brook...

Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo? Join Emma and Jack as they venture to fair Verona and watch as ancient grudge breaks to new mutiny in this analysis of Baz Luhrmann’s beautiful adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.   Be sure to check us out on Our website: https://the-old-soul-movie-podcast.simplecast.com/ Facebook Twitter: @oldsoulpod Instagram: @oldsoulmoviepodcast

Prepare to enter a world of pure imagination in this 50th anniversary celebration of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory! Join Emma and Jack as they discuss all the details of the film, along with how they would meet their demise in the factory and what their REAL thoughts are of Grandpa Joe. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this sweet episode!   Be sure to check us out on Our website: https://the-old...

With things heating up in the middle of summer, what better way to take a break than by going to the State Fair?! This Rodgers and Hammerstein film won an Academy Award for Best Original song and includes performances by Jeanne Crain, Dana Andrews, Dick Haymes, and more. Join Emma and Jack as they discuss Blue Boy the pig, mincemeat recipes, and vengeance on mischievous carnies.   Be sure to check...

Pack your bags because we're going on a vacation! Emma and Jack join the Hobbs family for some sun on the beach! From running gags to coming of age moments, this film will take you on a sentimental journey. This is one of our all-time family favorites and we're sure it'll grab your heart as well!

Celebrate Father’s Day and Pride Month by joining us in covering the heavily requested, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof! Premiering in 1958, this film features an all-star cast including Elizabeth Taylor, Paul Newman, Burl Ives, and more! This Southern family drama will bring all the emotions, so get ready to enjoy the show.   Be sure to check us out on Our website: https://the-old-soul-movie-podcast.simple...

The summer of Gatsby begins with a comparison of the 1974 and 2013 film adaptations of one of the greatest American stories of all time, The Great Gatsby! Join Emma and Jack as they discuss Robert Redford, Leonardo DiCaprio, and all the hottest gossip in West and East Egg. Break out the flapper skirts and hit the speakeasy with us, this is sure to be one party you do not want to miss!   Be sure to...

Wedding season continues and Emma and Jack decide to cover one of their all-time favorites! Starring Julia Roberts and a vibrant, fresh-faced Cameron Diaz, My Best Friend’s Wedding took the box office by storm and showed us how wonderful chaos can be. Sit back, relax, and get ready for the hottest takes since 1997.   Please Comment, Rate, and Share our episodes and tell us what you like and what y...

It’s wedding season this Spring and what better way to celebrate than talking about a few of the greatest wedding movies of all time? Join Emma and Jack as they discuss a few of their favorites throughout the years.  From the 30’s and 40’s, to the 90’s and 2000’s, this will be the episode to get you in the mood for love.   Please Comment, Rate, and Share our episodes and tell us what you like and...

It’s the 75th episode of the Old Soul Movie Podcast and we have a special listener requested film to celebrate! Join Emma and Jack as they cover the 1949 classic, The Heiress! Olivia de Havilland and Montgomery Clift shine in this romantic period piece, featuring twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat throughout.   Please Comment, Rate, and Share our episodes and tell us what...

Final exams season is fast approaching, and Emma and Jack decided to take a test of their own! In which Shakespearean play did James Dean once act? Do you know what kind of roles Humphrey Bogart usually played? How did John Wayne get his nickname? If you know these questions, see how many more you can answer on this fun episode!   Please Comment, Rate, and Share our episodes and tell us what you l...

Join Emma and Jack as they take a look at one of the most famous episodes of the beloved American television series, I Love Lucy! In this battle of the sexes, Lucy and Ethel take jobs at the local candy factory while their husbands attempt to manage a household, with both parties finding things aren’t always as easy as they seem. Join us and see Emma fight her way through pain and fatigue to provi...

Join Emma and Jack as they venture back to WW1 in the first Best Picture Winner,  “Wings” from 1927! In Emma’s words, “If you love the world of movies, if you love films, film history, the 1920’s time period, the WWI time period, if you’re a history buff, if you like airplanes, if you like war films, if you like pop culture, ‘it girl’ phenomena this film is for you”. Don’t believe her? Take a list...

In this episode Emma and Jack discuss some of their favorite book to movie adaptations, as well as works they hope are made. If you are an avid reader as well as movie lover you will be sure to enjoy their thoughts on pieces that span the course of a century!   Please Comment, Rate, and Share our episodes and tell us what you like and what you want to hear more of! --- Be sure to check us out on O...

In this special 70th episode the Old Soul crew are joined by listener favorite Dr. Vincent Casaregola to discuss the legendary Elia Kazan picture, A Face in the Crowd. The discussion ranges from granular details of the picture to how it fits into the Hollywood spectrum of media portrayal in movies. Sit back relax and enjoy the show! Please Comment, Rate, and Share our episodes and tell us what you...

Join Emma and Jack as they cover one of the most widely acclaimed films of all time! Directed by Elia Kazan and Starring Marlon Brando and Eva Marie Saint, this picture won 9 Academy Awards with 12 nominations at the 27th Oscars. We celebrate all things Brando on his coinciding birthday release! Please Comment, Rate, and Share our episodes and tell us what you like and what you want to hear more o...

Head to London with Emma and Jack as they take on the iconic psychological thriller, Gaslight. If you have ever heard of the term ‘gaslighting’ this is the very movie it’s origins can be traced back to! Stellar acting performances featuring Ingrid Bergman, Charles Boyer, and Joseph Cotten are all led by all-star director George Cukor. Listen, before you lose your mind!   Please Comment, Rate, and...

The hills are alive with the Old Soul Movie Podcast! Our 2021 March Madness bracket winner did not disappoint, and this episode lives up to the hype. Join Emma and Jack on an adventure to the wonderful Austrian town of Salzburg, where they join the von Trapp family in an exciting, dramatic, romantic story set on the cusp of World War II. See why this movie is revered by many to be one of the great...

Take a journey back to 1936 and join us as we rewatch the film that propelled Humphrey Bogart to stardom! Leslie Howard and Bette Davis shine in this noir/crime/romance, along with a stellar performance from the supporting cast. Come see why some critics claim “darker looks have never been cast on celluloid”.   Please Comment, Rate, and Share our episodes and tell us what you like and what you wan...

Join Emma and Jack as they kick off Women’s History Month with the perfect film from 1939, The Women! Featuring a cast comprised solely of women, this is a classic that has gone on to inspire generations of artists including Freddie Mercury, Tom Ford, and many others.   Please Comment, Rate, and Share our episodes and tell us what you like and what you want to hear more of! --- Be sure to check us...

Beat out dat rhythm of the drum with Emma and Jack as they discuss the 1954 film Carmen Jones! Based on the original 1875 opera Carmen by Georges Bizet, this is one of the most unique and celebrated works in Black Cinema History and one you won’t want to miss.   Please Comment, Rate, and Share our episodes and tell us what you like and what you want to hear more of! --- Be sure to check us out on...

Join Emma and Jack as they discuss the brilliant life of actor Sidney Poitier! Known as one of the most prolific performers of his era, Poitier paved the way for African-Americans in cinema and is known for his stereotype-breaking roles. You won’t believe the turn of events that led him to the industry and the perseverance it took to make his dreams a reality.   Please Comment, Rate, and Share our...