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The official podcast of The Jimmy Stewart Museum is back, this time exploring an all-time Western classic—John Ford's The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, featuring the legendary pairing of John Wayne and James Stewart.

"When the legend becomes fact, print the legend." But facts are facts: Michael shares a bit more about his father's high school encounters with rock 'n' roll pioneer Buddy Holly, and how his grandmother once lived near famed Texas rancher Charles Goodnight. Tim, meanwhile, recounts how his great-great-aunt became the very first student on campus at Texas Tech University.

And, of course, there's the movie itself—a powerful story of sacrifice, mythmaking, and the taming of the American frontier. As Tom Doniphon (John Wayne) makes a tragic and heroic sacrifice, he helps clear the path for the rise of Ransom Stoddard (James Stewart) and the coming of law, order, and progress to the West.

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Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
Original podcast theme: David Gorham
Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

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Michael and Tim welcome actress Kathy Garver, best known as “Cissy” from the iconic television series ‘Family Affair'—now celebrating its 60th anniversary.

Kathy reflects on her remarkable journey in entertainment, from appearing in classic films such as ‘The Ten Commandments’ and ‘The Night of the Hunter’ to voicing Firestar in the beloved 1980s Saturday morning animated series ‘Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends.’

The conversation also explores her latest book, ‘Romancing with the Stars: Inspiring Hollywood Love Stories’ (co-authored with Doug Hardline), along with stories and memories connecting her to some of Hollywood's most memorable figures—including ‘Family Affair’ co-star Brian Keith, who starred alongside James Stewart in ‘The Rare Breed.’

Keep up with Kathy and order an autographed copy of her book at https://www.kathygarver.com/

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Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
Original podcast theme: David Gorham
Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

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In this episode from 2016, actor, writer, and musician Bill Mumy ('Lost In Space') describes why working with Jimmy Stewart in 'Dear Brigitte' (1965) was his favorite professional experience, why he repeated Gloria Stewart's Sunday School class as a child, collaborating with comic book and science fiction author Peter David ('The Incredible Hulk,' 'Star Trek') and what continues to drive him creatively.

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Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
Original podcast theme: David Gorham
Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

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Director Aaron Burns shares his inspiration and vision for the upcoming film 'Jimmy' (2026), starring KJ Apa. Filmed entirely in Ireland, the movie follows Jimmy Stewart from his determined efforts to serve in World War II, through his rise from Private to Colonel, and into the making of 'It's a Wonderful Life' as he grapples with post-traumatic stress disorder. Don’t miss this one!

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Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
Original podcast theme: David Gorham
Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

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The episode that started it all: Carol Burnett! From 2016, Carol is just as warm in person as you would imagine.

She's also every bit as busy now as she was then. (Have you seen 'Palm Royale'?)

Don't miss Carol talking about her time together with good friend Jimmy Stewart, and sharing memories of her landmark television series, 'The Carol Burnett Show.'

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Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
Original podcast theme: David Gorham
Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

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Michael and Tim discuss the final film in their look at Jimmy Stewart’s biographical movies: Carbine Williams (1952), about the man who developed the floating chamber in automatic weapons—a key innovation behind the M1 Carbine rifle used in World War II—while serving time in prison.

Along the way, they share favorite prison movies and invention stories, including The Shawshank Redemption (1994) and Unfrosted (2024).

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Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
Original podcast theme: David Gorham
Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

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Continuing their discussion of Jimmy Stewart's biopics, Tim and Michael talk about the feel-good baseball movie The Stratton Story (1949)—the inspiring account of pitcher Monty Stratton, who mounted a comeback after losing his leg in a hunting accident. Along the way, they discuss favorite baseball movies, the film Project Hail Mary (2026), and director Frank Capra’s later work on science- and space-themed films.

Email us: podcast@jimmy.org

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Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
Original podcast theme: David Gorham
Special thanks: Janie McKirgan

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Tim and Michael talk about The Spirit of St. Louis (1957), Billy Wilder’s chronicle of Charles Lindbergh’s historic solo flight across the Atlantic. Along the way, they discuss other historical figures James Stewart might have played—and both get a little loopy from the altitude.

Reach Tim and Michael at podcast@jimmy.org

In association with The Jimmy Stewart Museum https://jimmy.org/

Original podcast artwork: Kristin Baxter
Original podcast theme: David Gorham
Special thanks: Janie McKirgan