Ep. 35: Making The Elephant Man: A Producer's Memoir

Ep. 35: Making The Elephant Man: A Producer's Memoir

In this episode, Joe speaks with friend Jonathan Sanger about his producing the Elephant Man. The true story of John (Joseph) Merrick, known as the Elephant Man. This movie has captured the imagination of generations of audiences, critics, actors and filmmakers. In 1978, producer Jonathan Sanger received a screenplay from two unknown writers about a hideously disfigured man who refused to fall victim to despair and instead exemplified human dignity. Reading it (twice), Sanger was determined that Merrick's story would be told. For those interested in Jonathan's book, here is the link [https://www.amazon.com/Making-Elephant-Man-Producers-Memoir/dp/1476666628/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.nVLg9M1ttRg5nmIbsFScp4wuNJc7N7NQ0k98J-GEWwz2ZpXZlQ8wWkMdr17ew7NeacRD2gxMxdMRtXu0ruZY5YyEndb3aj21iYvhN8yQhyCgaQcdbJuwrhVXqg05Y3jsiUykoCQv5L7lkheNgEeVnvHsztqvBIYu0z28IcZvTcfqm8rAdTB1vL678rlAC3Wk8_bG1zRHU9pis751OAxqrcMby3Pr_FW06iJAbdgGTb8.W2O83x_kKhwDLQD0eIU1csvv1VIOTgLcunHg6uSExP0&dib_tag=se&keywords=jonathan+sanger&qid=1778108710&sr=8-1]. Got a question for "the Joe?" Text him with this link! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2506132/fan_mail/new] Check out Joe's latest books on Amazon: "Flynn & Miranda" and "Table 6". Search for Joseph B Wallenstein. This episode claims Fair Use under United States Copyright Law for those items in which we do not own the copyright. Also many podcast players now use AI to create episode transcripts. These have not been reviewed or approved by the podcast creators and therefore may or may not reflect this podcast in context.

Ep. 34: Born in Brooklyn, baby!

We've all been charmed by Joe's Brooklyn accent, but did you know that a surprising amount of famous people were also born in Brooklyn? In this episode Joe pays homage to his "hometown." Got a question for "the Joe?" Text him with this link! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2506132/fan_mail/new] Check out Joe's latest books on Amazon: "Flynn & Miranda" and "Table 6". Search for Joseph B Wallenstein. This episode claims Fair Use under United States Copyright Law for those items in which we do not own the copyright. Also many podcast players now use AI to create episode transcripts. These have not been reviewed or approved by the podcast creators and therefore may or may not reflect this podcast in context.

Ep. 33: The Shrink that graced my life and my first job in show business

In this episode Joe pays tribute to Grace a "shrink" who saved his life even after her death. He also discusses his first job in show business at the tender age of 18. This episode contains true stories that some might find objectionable. Listener discretion is advised. Got a question for "the Joe?" Text him with this link! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2506132/fan_mail/new] Check out Joe's latest books on Amazon: "Flynn & Miranda" and "Table 6". Search for Joseph B Wallenstein. This episode claims Fair Use under United States Copyright Law for those items in which we do not own the copyright. Also many podcast players now use AI to create episode transcripts. These have not been reviewed or approved by the podcast creators and therefore may or may not reflect this podcast in context.

Ep. 32: A Conversation with Ted Zachary

Joe reminisces with long time Hollywood friend Ted Zachary about working with Burt Lancaster, Burt Reynolds and Jimmy Cann. Another must listen for Hollywood fans, historians and effecianatos. Got a question for "the Joe?" Text him with this link! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2506132/fan_mail/new] Check out Joe's latest books on Amazon: "Flynn & Miranda" and "Table 6". Search for Joseph B Wallenstein. This episode claims Fair Use under United States Copyright Law for those items in which we do not own the copyright. Also many podcast players now use AI to create episode transcripts. These have not been reviewed or approved by the podcast creators and therefore may or may not reflect this podcast in context.

Ep. 31: The Brooklyn Dodgers... no wait... The Los Angeles Dodgers!

Joe has had a special connection to the Dodgers almost since the day when they were "dodging" trolley cars in Brooklyn. Did you know that's where the team got their name? It just seems that wherever the Dodgers dodge, Joe ends up there! Or is it the other way around? In this episode Joe tells us about both the Brooklyn and the Los Angeles Dodgers, and his love affair with baseball! Got a question for "the Joe?" Text him with this link! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2506132/fan_mail/new] Check out Joe's latest books on Amazon: "Flynn & Miranda" and "Table 6". Search for Joseph B Wallenstein. This episode claims Fair Use under United States Copyright Law for those items in which we do not own the copyright. Also many podcast players now use AI to create episode transcripts. These have not been reviewed or approved by the podcast creators and therefore may or may not reflect this podcast in context.