In the 1980s, there were only 63 Black films by, for, or about Black Americans. But in the 1990s, that number quadrupled, with 220 Black films making their way to cinema screens nationwide. What sparked this “Black New Wave?” Who blazed this path for contemporaries like Ava DuVernay, Kasi Lemmons and Jordan Peele? And how did these films transform American culture as a whole? Presenting The Class of 1989, a new limited-run series from pop culture critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams, hosts ...
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Marla Pennington's Journey from SOAP to Small Wonder
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Innhold levert av Jeff Dwoskin. Alt podcastinnhold, inkludert episoder, grafikk og podcastbeskrivelser, lastes opp og leveres direkte av Jeff Dwoskin eller deres podcastplattformpartner. Hvis du tror at noen bruker det opphavsrettsbeskyttede verket ditt uten din tillatelse, kan du følge prosessen skissert her https://no.player.fm/legal.
Marla Pennington, known for her roles on SOAP and Small Wonder, shares her fascinating journey from her family's mattress business to Hollywood stardom. She reflects on her breakout in acting, the dramatic and comedic nuances of working with icons like Richard Mulligan, and the joy of sitcom performances. Marla offers heartwarming anecdotes about SOAP, including hilarious behind-the-scenes moments and how the show’s humor holds up over time. She also dives into the unforgettable experience of filming Small Wonder, including tales of syndication success and the show's lasting fan legacy. The episode concludes with stories of legendary Hollywood dinner parties, her transition from acting, and a spicy Hot Ones experience with her family.
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Episode Highlights:
- From Mattresses to Hollywood: How Marla's escape from a future in her family's mattress business led to discovering her passion for drama in high school.
- The Spirit of SOAP: Working alongside serious comedic actors, creating unforgettable scenes like the famous pasta face-plant, and the supportive, theater-like set atmosphere.
- Small Wonder Memories: Landing the role of Joan Lawson, meeting future friends on set, and the unique challenges of acting alongside Vicki the robot.
- Guest Stars and Auditions: Auditioning for Charlie's Angels in front of Jaclyn Smith, meeting Hollywood legends, and the thrill and heartbreak of almost securing big roles.
- Life Beyond Acting: Hosting legendary Sunday dinners with comedic legends, bonding over laughter, and participating in a memorable Hot Ones challenge with her son.
You're going to love my conversation with Marla Pennington
Follow Jeff Dwoskin (host):
- Jeff Dwoskin on Twitter
- The Jeff Dwoskin Show podcast on Twitter
- Podcast website
- Podcast on Instagram
- Join my mailing list
- Subscribe to my Youtube channel (watch Crossing the Streams!)
- Yes, the show used to be called Live from Detroit: The Jeff Dwoskin Show
Ways to support the show:
- Buy me a coffee (support the show)
- TeePublic Store: Classic Conversations merch and more!
- Love the books I talk about on the show? Here is my Amazon store to shop.
346 episoder
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Manage episode 449497463 series 2948631
Innhold levert av Jeff Dwoskin. Alt podcastinnhold, inkludert episoder, grafikk og podcastbeskrivelser, lastes opp og leveres direkte av Jeff Dwoskin eller deres podcastplattformpartner. Hvis du tror at noen bruker det opphavsrettsbeskyttede verket ditt uten din tillatelse, kan du følge prosessen skissert her https://no.player.fm/legal.
Marla Pennington, known for her roles on SOAP and Small Wonder, shares her fascinating journey from her family's mattress business to Hollywood stardom. She reflects on her breakout in acting, the dramatic and comedic nuances of working with icons like Richard Mulligan, and the joy of sitcom performances. Marla offers heartwarming anecdotes about SOAP, including hilarious behind-the-scenes moments and how the show’s humor holds up over time. She also dives into the unforgettable experience of filming Small Wonder, including tales of syndication success and the show's lasting fan legacy. The episode concludes with stories of legendary Hollywood dinner parties, her transition from acting, and a spicy Hot Ones experience with her family.
…
continue reading
Episode Highlights:
- From Mattresses to Hollywood: How Marla's escape from a future in her family's mattress business led to discovering her passion for drama in high school.
- The Spirit of SOAP: Working alongside serious comedic actors, creating unforgettable scenes like the famous pasta face-plant, and the supportive, theater-like set atmosphere.
- Small Wonder Memories: Landing the role of Joan Lawson, meeting future friends on set, and the unique challenges of acting alongside Vicki the robot.
- Guest Stars and Auditions: Auditioning for Charlie's Angels in front of Jaclyn Smith, meeting Hollywood legends, and the thrill and heartbreak of almost securing big roles.
- Life Beyond Acting: Hosting legendary Sunday dinners with comedic legends, bonding over laughter, and participating in a memorable Hot Ones challenge with her son.
You're going to love my conversation with Marla Pennington
Follow Jeff Dwoskin (host):
- Jeff Dwoskin on Twitter
- The Jeff Dwoskin Show podcast on Twitter
- Podcast website
- Podcast on Instagram
- Join my mailing list
- Subscribe to my Youtube channel (watch Crossing the Streams!)
- Yes, the show used to be called Live from Detroit: The Jeff Dwoskin Show
Ways to support the show:
- Buy me a coffee (support the show)
- TeePublic Store: Classic Conversations merch and more!
- Love the books I talk about on the show? Here is my Amazon store to shop.
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