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The official podcast of The Jimmy Stewart Museum is back, this time exploring an all-time Western classic—John Ford's The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, featuring the legendary pairing of John Wayne and James Stewart.

"When the legend becomes fact, print the legend." But facts are facts: Michael shares a bit more about his father's high school encounters with rock 'n' roll pioneer Buddy Holly, and how his grandmother once lived near famed Texas rancher Charles Goodnight. Tim, meanwhile, recounts how his great-great-aunt became the very first student on campus at Texas Tech University.

And, of course, there's the movie itself—a powerful story of sacrifice, mythmaking, and the taming of the American frontier. As Tom Doniphon (John Wayne) makes a tragic and heroic sacrifice, he helps clear the path for the rise of Ransom Stoddard (James Stewart) and the coming of law, order, and progress to the West.

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Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
Original podcast theme: David Gorham
Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

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Michael and Tim welcome actress Kathy Garver, best known as “Cissy” from the iconic television series ‘Family Affair'—now celebrating its 60th anniversary.

Kathy reflects on her remarkable journey in entertainment, from appearing in classic films such as ‘The Ten Commandments’ and ‘The Night of the Hunter’ to voicing Firestar in the beloved 1980s Saturday morning animated series ‘Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends.’

The conversation also explores her latest book, ‘Romancing with the Stars: Inspiring Hollywood Love Stories’ (co-authored with Doug Hardline), along with stories and memories connecting her to some of Hollywood's most memorable figures—including ‘Family Affair’ co-star Brian Keith, who starred alongside James Stewart in ‘The Rare Breed.’

Keep up with Kathy and order an autographed copy of her book at https://www.kathygarver.com/

In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/

Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
Original podcast theme: David Gorham
Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

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In this episode from 2016, actor, writer, and musician Bill Mumy ('Lost In Space') describes why working with Jimmy Stewart in 'Dear Brigitte' (1965) was his favorite professional experience, why he repeated Gloria Stewart's Sunday School class as a child, collaborating with comic book and science fiction author Peter David ('The Incredible Hulk,' 'Star Trek') and what continues to drive him creatively.

In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/

Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
Original podcast theme: David Gorham
Special thanks: Janie McKirgan