Ticklish Business Podcast

04/12/2024

While Ticklish Business said goodbye for 2024 it’s amazing to see that we continued to grow. We truly hope we can get back into it sometime next year but in the meantime just know we love you all!!

19/11/2024

Hi everyone, Kristen here! You've probably noticed something off about Ticklish Business this year. For the first time in several years episodes were late, schedules were altered, and our social media presence has bottomed out severely. Most of it is because of my current book writing schedule (I do not endorse writing 2 books simultaneously) as well as other personal issues that have popped up in I and Emily's lives this year. We wanted to keep the show going because we have so much fun with it.

But it's come to a point where I worry the quality of the show is suffering because of our schedules and, as much as it pains me to admit, something has to give. So we will be going on an extended hiatus. It's possible that I'll be able to finish one book, Emily can settle into her new place, and we'll return at some point in 2025 feeling refreshed and reinvigorated, or we'll be moving on to something even better to tell you all about. The Patreon will stay open, both for our Patreon chat, which you should join and talk to us, as well as to continue to pay for the hosting that keeps our back catalog free, but after 8 years we will be ending for the moment.

I know I shouldn't be sad. Eight years is a helluva long time to host a podcast, and we've crafted such a fun and unique community. So let's not call this a goodbye, but a see ya soon!

02/11/2024

A few years back we went on a mission to give Veronica Lake a cenotaph at one of the major cemeteries here in Los Angeles and, hopefully, put to bed the horrific rumor about her ashes being in a pawnshop. That initial plan fell through but, thankfully, Pierce Brothers Valhalla has offered her a beautiful spot and we need the classic film community’s help to make this dream a reality. Please consider donating or spreading the word and let’s give Veronica a proper farewell.

Actress Veronica Lake defined the noir era with her cool elegance and famous … Kristen Lopez needs your support for Honor Veronica Lake with a Memorial Plaque

30/10/2024

🚨NEW EPISODE🚨 "No one had ever seen anything like that prior to 'The Shining.' 'The Shining' was the first film to make extensive use of the Steadicam" says director Lee Unkrich in our latest episode.

Lee, Shining historian, sits down with Ticklish Business to celebrate the movie's enduring legacy. He also breaks down the rumors of discord between Shelley Duvall and Stanley Kubrick, Stephen King's unhappiness at this adaptation, and why the film failed to get any Oscar attention. Listen now on all podcast apps!

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28/10/2024

Spooky season comes to a close as author and director Lee Unkrich is joining us to discuss one of the seminal horror classics, 1980s The Shining. Listen to the episode 48 hours by becoming a Patreon subscriber!

22/10/2024

The Kim Novak/Sammy Davis relationship is getting the big screen treatment. What do we think about this casting?

Colman Domingo is directing a film about Kim Novak and Sammy Davis Jr.'s love affair, with Sydney Sweeney and David Jonsson attached to star.

22/10/2024

Drop by Patreon now and listen to our Halloween bonus episode looking at the 2020 remake of THE INVISIBLE MAN. What do you think of this one?

18/10/2024

We're doing an episode on our favorite Old Hollywood actors and want your input! Who are the classic film men you love! Tell us and we'll read your answers on air.

17/10/2024

Our hearts are with the friends and family of Mitzi Gaynor today! The musical star passed away at the age of 93. What Mitzi movies would you honor her with today?

16/10/2024

🚨NEW EPISODE🚨 Our Patron's choice episode causes us to look inward. Where horror films of the '50s often focused on large, externalized threats, director William Castle showed that real horror lives within us. Our latest episode is all about Vincent Price's THE TINGLER. Listen on all podcast apps now.

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14/10/2024

NEW ON PATREON: Don't adjust your TV set (or podcast equivalent). We're back on schedule which means you get two episodes in 2 weeks. And this week's episode was voted on by the Patrons. It's 1959's THE TINGLER. Vincent Price stars in a film that contains various amounts of thrills, chills and centipedes! It's a totally terrifying delight. Drops everywhere Wednesday!

09/10/2024

"They're coming to get you Barbara!" We may be a little late starting spooky season but we're starting with a bang. Cinematographer Levie Isaaks joins us to discuss George Romero, what Tobe Hooper probably borrowed for Texas Chainsaw, and whether Mr. Cooper was right or not. Listen on all podcast apps now. Be sure to like and subscribe to keep updated!

07/10/2024

NEW ON PATREON: Cinematographer Levie Isaaks joins Emily and Kristen to talk George Romero and 1968's NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD. The trio analyze Romero's intent (or lack thereof), what Tobe Hooper might have borrowed for Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and more! Listen to the full interview now on Patreon starting at $1 a month! Drops everywhere Wednesday!

29/09/2024

A brief programming note: This week's episode will be dropping October 9th as opposed to October 2nd. This means you have plenty of time to watch the first episode kicking off spooky season: 1968's NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD!

27/09/2024

Our hearts are with Maggie Smith and her loved ones today. From THE PRIME OF MISS JEAN BRODIE to THE VIPS, she was a force of nature.

She earned an extraordinary array of awards, from Oscars to Emmys to a Tony. But she could still go almost everywhere unrecognized. Then came “Downton Abbey.”

26/09/2024

Looks like we're getting an EAST OF EDEN series with Mike Faist playing Cal, the role immortalized by James Dean.

Netflix has ordered the limited series adaptation of "East of Eden" from writer Zoe Kazan, Variety has learned.

26/09/2024

Spooky 👻 season is upon us and our episode coming up is listeners choice. Go over to Patreon.com/ticklishbiz now to vote on which movie we’ll be talking about.

24/09/2024

Sure, SUPERMAN: THE MOVIE is all about the Caped Crusader, and Christopher Reeve became a s*x symbol in his own right after the movie's release. But the movie wouldn't have soared without the one-two punch of Valerie Perrine and Margot Kidder. Learn more in our latest episode, available wherever you get podcasts.