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38: Dream Empire (with Karina Longworth)

38: Dream Empire (with Karina Longworth)

FromSUDDENLY: a Frank Sinatra podcast


38: Dream Empire (with Karina Longworth)

FromSUDDENLY: a Frank Sinatra podcast

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Length:
60 minutes
Released:
Sep 1, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Surprise! We're joined from Los Angeles by the legendary Karina Longworth, renowned film historian, author, critic and host of the iconic podcast You Must Remember This. This week, we're jumping ahead to discuss HIGH SOCIETY (1956). Louis Armstrong definitely deserved better, and we tackle the explicitly racist treatment of his character in the context in which 1950s Australian audiences would have received it. Also, what's with the old-timey trope of old men singing to little girls about how they'll be hot when they grow up? This week, opinions, perspectives and historical insights vary significantly between the four of us, but all come together to form a cohesive picture. As Karina says, "Your mileage may vary." Deirdre O'Connell's Harlem Nights: The Secret History of Australia's Jazz Age is available from Macquarie University Press.  Dream Empire (2016) is streaming on Vimeo On Demand. Listen to Henry's new show with W.M. Akers, I'll Watch Anything.  The new season of You Must Remember This - a continuation of the Erotic 90s series - begins on September 5th. No longer on social media! Check out our website - SUDDENLYPOD.GAY Get in touch with us - suddenlypod at gmail dot com Donate to the show @ ko.fi.com/suddenlypod
Released:
Sep 1, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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SUDDENLY... a radical re-examination of Frank Sinatra's legacy for a new generation; a historical deep dive into his work, beginning with his 60-year film career. We're using Sinatra to talk about the social context of the 20th century from a trans, queer & progressive perspective. We're not here to cancel but to contemplate the uncancellable. hosted by two Australian transgender millennials, Rabia & Felix. insta & twitter: @suddenlypod, email: suddenlypod@gmail.com