Interview William Self In his three-hour interview, William Self (1921-2010) discusses his early career acting in movies and his friendship with Spencer Tracy, which led to his television producing career. He talks about producing the series Schlitz Playhouse of Stars , The Frank Sinatra Show , and the pilot of The...
Interview Leo Chaloukian In his nearly four-hour interview, Leo Chaloukian discusses his childhood and service in the navy before detailing his long and decorated career in the sound industry. Chaloukian explains various elements of sound design, including Foley, ADR, and mixing, and describes his work on television shows...
Interview Herschel Burke Gilbert In his two-and-a-half-hour interview, Hershel Burke Gilbert (1918-2003) talks about his early interest in music and his studies in college (including eventually studying conducting and composing at Julliard), and his part in a local dance band. He talks about becoming an arranger for Harry James...
Interview Warren Cowan In his nearly two-hour interview, Warren Cowan (1921-2008) recalls his entry into entertainment publicity working for Alan Gordon and Associates, and later for Henry Rogers. He also speaks about his transition to partner in the renamed Rogers and Cowan. Cowan talks about working with many well-...
Interview Michael J. Fox In his two-hour interview, Michael J. Fox talks about his early years breaking into television in his native Canada, where he starred in the CBC series Leo & Me . He describes his move to the U.S. and his early roles in features and television, including parts on Lou Grant and Family, and a...