I Love Lucy in Space. Tony Maietta on Hollywood's Evolution and Iconic Figures

Do you know actors such as William Shatner, Chris Pine, Leonard Nimoy, Kate Mulgrew, George Takei, and others may have Lucille Ball to thank for advancing their careers? Without her, Star Trek may never have happened.  And that's a small part of our discussion.

Tony Maietta is a man of many talents: actor, host, producer, writer, and author. His passionate and insightful tales of Tinseltown's golden era will have you leaning in to hear more. From his personal journey to LA in the 90s, with nothing more than dreams of an Emmy, to his intimate knowledge of Hollywood's transformation over the years, Tony enlightens us about the evolution of the film industry, the fading era of relationship-focused films, and the impact of CGI.

Tony delves the intricate life of Lucille Ball, a showgirl turned comedic genius turned Hollywood studio president, a feat few could even dream of achieving. We delve into Lucy's perfectionism, her unwavering loyalty to her friends, and her immense impact on popular culture.

We also discuss Grey Gardens, the now-celebrated mansion chronicled in a documentary and two feature-length films.  Tony Maietta and Jerry Torre co-wrote a memoir on Jerry's time at the mansion.

Links:

Website: tony-maietta.com

Instagram: @tcm.too

Facebook: tonymaietta1

YouTube: @tonymaietta7899

Amazon: Tony Maietta

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