Talking um ... uh ... Jimmy Stewart

Podcast relaunch teaser

Talking um… uh… Jimmy Stewart is back! Hosted by Tim Vanderburg and Michael Hutton, the podcast returns to explore why James Stewart still matters—on screen and off. Through conversation, reflection, and the occasional friendly tangent, the show looks beyond the films to the man behind them: his humanity and quiet decency that made him unforgettable. From IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE to his war service and how it affected him, the podcast revisits Stewart’s career with fresh perspective and renewed curiosity—at a time when an upcoming film, JIMMY, starring KJ Apa and directed by Aaron Burns, is shining a new light on his life and legacy. This loose, candid preview discussion talks about the intentions for the show. (And the hosts promise the audio quality gets better in the coming weeks!)In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/Original podcast artwork: Kristin BaxterOriginal podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Jimmy Hawkins on starring in 'It's A Wonderful Life' and the film's enduring legacy

Actor, producer, and author Jimmy Hawkins shares his experience playing Tommy Bailey in IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE (1946), his thoughts on director Frank Capra and the film's impact, working in the early days of television ('The Ruggles,' 'Annie Oakley,' 'The Donna Reed Show,' 'My Three Sons'), and a recurring nightmare featuring Gene Autry.In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/Original podcast artwork: Kristin BaxterOriginal podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Brian Rohan, actor, on appearing as "George Bailey" and honoring Jimmy's legacy

Emmy-winning actor Brian Rohan talks about being cast as "a Jimmy Stewart type," the warm reception he gets when appearing in character as George Bailey from 'It's A Wonderful Life,' and his time spent in Jimmy's hometown of Indiana, PA and in Seneca Falls, NY (known as the inspiration for Bedford Falls).In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/Original podcast artwork: Kristin BaxterOriginal podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Joseph McBride, film historian

Film professor and author Joseph McBride talks about working with Jimmy on the AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to James Stewart, the actor’s legacy, and the release of the Orson Welles film, ‘The Other Side of the Wind.’ In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/Original podcast artwork: Kristin BaxterOriginal podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

Jimmy Stewart lost interview, 1977

In a “lost” interview from the late 70s, actor Jimmy Stewart talks to writer Pete Martin about making the film 'The Magic of Lassie,' his early days on Broadway, and his return to the stage for 'Harvey' with Helen Hayes. Copyright Pete Martin Estate and William Martin, used with permission.In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/Original podcast artwork: Kristin BaxterOriginal podcast theme: David Gorham Special thanks: Janie McKirgan