BEHIND THE STUNTS

• STUNTMAN - by Hal Needham (Chapter 1 'Sharecroppers Son')

  Send us a textChapter 1 of Hal Needham's book - enjoySupport the showIf you've enjoyed this episode then why not follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using the following linkhttps://linktr.ee/behindthestunts

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• Tony Van Silva 1949 - 2025

  Send us a textSuch sad news this morning as we learn that British stuntman Tony Van Silva has sadly passed away at the age of 76.A remarkable individual, not just in the business but in every day situations. A true gentleman who'll be missed by all who knew him.I had the pleasure of knowing him for many years. This is my personal tribute.Support the showIf you've enjoyed this episode then why not follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using the following linkhttps://linktr.ee/behindthestunts

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• STUNTMAN - by Hal Needham (Previews)

  Send us a textAs you probably remember, last year we started reading the book 'Nobody Does It Better' by Bob Simmons. This was very well received and I've had many requests to do another audiobook read this year.So, our chosen book is by the legendary Hal Needham called 'Stuntman - my car crashing, plane jumping, bone breaking, death defying Hollywood life".So stick with me over the next 19wks as we enjoy this book togetherSupport the showIf you've enjoyed this episode then why not follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using the following linkhttps://linktr.ee/behindthestunts

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• THE WILD GEESE (1978) Revisited

  Send us a textThis year marks the 47th Anniversary of 'The Wold Geese' hitting the big screens. Back when film stars were proper film stars. Richard Burton, Richard Harris, Roger Moore and Hardy Kruger with an added pinch of Stewart Granger for good measure. A movie recently re-screened at Showcase cinemas up and down the UK. I rewatched it with my father which was a great thrill as he was the one that put me onto it in the first place.Let's rediscover the full and its action....don't forget to watch the YOUTUBE channel of Friday for another look back at this spectacular picture.Support the showIf you've enjoyed this episode then why not follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using the following linkhttps://linktr.ee/behindthestunts

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• MICKEY GILBERT and the ACADEMY LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

  Send us a textTom Cruise recently received a lifetime achievement award from the Academy for services to film. This reminded me of an occasion back in 2004 when Blake Edwards received a lifetime achievement Academy Award and was abley assisted by Jim Carrey and stuntman Mickey Gilbert....this is that story....enjoyIf you've enjoyed this chapter you maybe interested to know that the rest of his book will soon be available as a weekly read on this podcast. Keep listening for further details.Thank youSupport the showIf you've enjoyed this episode then why not follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using the following linkhttps://linktr.ee/behindthestunts

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