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Tim talks to old pal and fellow Jimmy Stewart fan Michael Archer about his love for The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962). Michael also shares stories from several days spent with actor Denver Pyle, who appeared in the film and amassed 267 acting credits across television and film, including Bonnie and Clyde, The Dukes of Hazzard, and The Andy Griffith Show. Learn what advice Pyle gave about making it as “a fat guy” in Hollywood, and hear Michael revisit a harrowing encounter between two guys fighting over the last copy of Platoon (1986) while he was working at a video store. (Remember those?)

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Special thanks: Jen Buckles, Janie McKirgan, Tim Harley

Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
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On the heels of our episode detailing Jimmy's military history, we're proud to re-present this episode focusing on the history of one of Jimmy's most enduring friendships. Join host Tim Vanderburg as he visits with Scott Eyman, author of the best-selling book, 'Hank & Jim: The Fifty-Year Friendship of Henry Fonda and James Stewart.' It's an excellent, well-researched account of the relationship between Stewart, Fonda, and their close-knit circle of friends.

Special note: Grant Fonda, composer of the score for Jimmy (2026) is the great-great grandnephew of Henry Fonda.

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Special thanks: Jen Buckles, Janie McKirgan, Tim Harley

Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
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Joining us for this episode is Dr. Jared Frederick, Assistant Teaching Professor of History at Penn State Altoona and host of YouTube's Reel History. A lifelong Jimmy Stewart fan and supporter of The Jimmy Stewart Museum, Jared explores Jimmy's family military legacy, his service during World War II, and war-related films including The Mortal Storm (1940), It's a Wonderful Life (1946), The Glenn Miller Story (1954), Shenandoah (1965), and the upcoming film, Jimmy (2026). He also examines how post-traumatic stress and personal loss shaped Jimmy's life and career. You won't want to miss this one.

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Special thanks: Jen Buckles, Janie McKirgan, Tim Harley

Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
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Hosts Michael and Tim talk The Flight of the Phoenix—celebrating its remarkable ensemble cast led by James Stewart, Ernest Borgnine, Peter Finch, George Kennedy, and Richard Attenborough. Spoilers, for sure as they discuss the film's unforgettable character dynamics, the shocking reveal of Hardy Krueger’s engineer, the ingenious construction of the makeshift Phoenix aircraft, and the leadership lessons at the heart of the story. It’s an engrossing, tense tale of survival that remains one of Jimmy’s most compelling later-career performances.

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Special thanks: Jen Buckles, Janie McKirgan, Tim Harley

Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
Original podcast theme: David Gorham

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It's time we covered James Stewart's Academy Award-winning performance in The Philadelphia Story, featuring Cary Grant (who gave his fees to the British war effort), and Katharine Hepburn. We explore why this beloved Hollywood classic remains one of the greatest romantic comedies ever made—with a few fun diversions along the way. (Tim tries a buttered Pop Tart at last!) Give it a listen and then leave us a review.

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Special thanks: Jen Buckles, Janie McKirgan, Tim Harley

Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
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Wrapping up our series on Westerns where Jimmy teamed with big co-stars, Michael and Tim take a look at the offbeat Western adventure Bandolero!, featuring Dean Martin and Raquel Welch. Having appeared on Dean Martin's variety show, Jimmy was keen to star in a Western with his TV pal. Both also enjoyed partying with Raquel Welch while on location. It's a fun one.

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Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
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In commemoration of America's 250th anniversary and in anticipation of the November 2026 premiere of Jimmy, we're proud to re-present this insightful interview with Robert Matzen, author of Mission: Jimmy Stewart and the Fight for Europe. This spectacular book chronicles legendary Hollywood actor Jimmy Stewart's remarkable service as a trainer, pilot, and squadron commander in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II.

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Continuing their theme of when Jimmy Stewart co-starred with people of equal stature, we're looking at Destry Rides Again featuring a captivating performance by Marlene Dietrich—whose name the hosts may pronounce about eight different ways.

It's an old-fashioned Western featuring comedy, action, and drama, and further boosted Jimmy's ascension to the top of his profession. You'll see a number of familiar faces that appeared with Jimmy throughout this period and even discover his unexpected tie-ins to a couple of the most iconic Disney characters of all time.

Enjoy the ride!

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Special thanks: Jen Buckles, Janie McKirgan, Tim Harley

Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
Original podcast theme: David Gorham