The Golden Silent Films - A Silent Movie Podcast

Rudolph Valentino died one hundred years ago on August 23, 1926. In an effort to celebrate the life of the Italian mega star, the Golden Silent Films Podcast is dedicating its sixth season to Rudolph Valentino.With that in mind, we are spending 2026, the centennial of Valentino’s death, paying tribute to the man, the myth and the legend. Rudolph Valentino was truly all three of those and this season on the podcast, we will take you through the fact AND the fiction. Follow his life, fromhis childhood in Italy to the dancehalls of the United States and ultimately the silver screens across the globe.Each month, we will bring you great Valentino content, from the biographical to various movie breakdowns and so much in between. You’ll journey alongside the legendary lover from birth to death and beyond. Join us to experience the life, loves and legacy of one of the brightest stars Hollywood ever produced.A huge "Thank you!" goes out to friend of the show Jameson Quinn for providing the voice over for this trailer. Quinn is a talented and creative actor and director and all-around great guy who set the stage for this year perfectly!Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents1#valentino #rudolphvalentino #latinlover #hollywood #silentfilm #silentfilms #silentmovie #silentmovies #classicfilm #moviestar #italy #italian #pittsburgh #filmpodcast #filmdiscussion #filmhistory #vintage #season6 #newseason #moviehistory #italianfilm

The Golden Silent Films Podcast is celebrating National Bacon Day the only way we know how ... by celebrating the life and work of Lloyd Bacon. The career of Bacon spanned the silent and sound, both in front of and behind the camera. The celebration was so big we had to tag in Samantha Glasser from the "Columbus Moving Picture Show Podcast" to help discuss the life and career of the legendary actor and director. She takes you in depth into the classic film, "42nd Street" and more from Bacon's filmography.Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents 1Be sure to listen to the "Columbus Moving Picture Show Podcast" and follow www.columbusmovingpictureshow.com for more info on the always amazing classic film convention!#silentfilm #silentmovie #silentfilmactor #silentfilmdirector #charliechaplin #charleschaplin #comedy #lloydbacon #classicfilm #vintage #filmpodcast #filmdiscussion #podcast #pittsburgh #hollywood #thegoldrush #silents #filmanalysis #filmhistory #baconday #nationalbaconday

Entertainer and Chaplin historian, Dan Kamin, was kind enough to join us at the home office of the Golden Silent Films Podcast to discuss the 1925 Chaplin classic, "The Gold Rush." This episode is a rare event for us. We don't do in-person interviews often, but this one was defiantly worth stepping out of our comfort zone for. Dan Kamin had so many great insights and stories from the making of "The Gold Rush" and our chat is a great compliment to our full episode breaking down the film. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we enjoyed having it!Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents 1Dan Kamin - www.dankamin.com#chaplin #charliechaplin #charleschaplin #silentfilm #silentmovie #silentfilms #silentmovies #filmpodcast #filmdiscussion #classicfilm #hollywood #thegoldrush #filmcomedy #pittsburgh

A discussion about and look into the stories, the history and personalities that came together to make the legendary film, "The Gold Rush" in 1925. Directed by Charles Chaplin and starring Chaplin, Mack Swain and Georgia Hale.This episode celebrates the 100th anniversary of the release of "The Gold Rush" and looks at the film's new 4K restoration and it's subsequent Pittsburgh Silent Film Festival premier.This is the first episode of a two-part season finale event at The Golden Silent Films Podcast. This look back at the film's production and history will be followed up by an interview with entertainer and Chaplin historian Dan Kamin.Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents1And don't forget to find us on YouTube and Like, Subscribe, Comment and Hit That Bell For Notifications!#charliechaplin #chaplin #silentfilm #silentmovie #silentmovies #filmdiscussion #filmpodcast #classicfilm

The first Edwin S. Porter in 2024 was so nice, we had to attend it twice. The Golden Silent Films Podcast returns to the great town of Connellsville for a night of film, music and history.We take another look at the life of Edwin S. Porter with a special emphasis on his work history as a projectionist which works great considering what films we watched. This fantastic event took place on September 13, 2025.In this episode, we'll also take a look at the stories, the history and the personalities that came together to make a few fun films! We discuss "The Whole Dam Family and the Dam Dog", "The Life of an American Fireman", "The Rink" and "Sherlock Jr." Bluesky - @goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents1Instagram - goldensilentscastFor more info on the Porter Film Fest, just search for it on Facebook and you'll go right to the page!For more info on Yough River Brewing, head over to www.youghriverbrewing.com. Also, be sure to follow them on all their social media accounts!#silentfilm #silentmovies #connellsville #pittsburgh #filmpodcast #moviediscussion #filmdiscussion #charliechaplin #busterkeaton #edwinsporter #filmhistory #edison #classicfilm #silentfilms

“Boooo! Prepare to be burdened with the haunting memory of the Hash-Slinging Slasher because we’re heading down to Bikini Bottom tonight for a little haunting spree and a Golden Silent Films Podcast Halloween Spectacular!” A discussion about and look into the stories, the history and personalities that came together to make the "SpongeBob Squarepants" episode "Graveyard Shift" in 2002. Created by Stephen Hillenburg and starring Tom Kenny and Roger Bumpass.Witha special cameo from the seafood loving podcat, Sodapop. This episode is also a continuation of our ongoing "Nosferatu" series.Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscast Twitter/X - @goldensilents1#spongebob #spongebobsquarepants #squidward #tomkenny #nickelodeon #animation #animationhistory #nosferatu #countorlok #orlok #pittsburgh #filmpodcast #moviepodcast #cartoon #hillenburg #murnau #halloween #spooky #scary #hashslingingslasher #silentfilm #silentmovies #calssicfilm #monster # scarymovie #filmdiscussion #filmtalk #bikinibottom #spookyseason

This episode is the next in a series highlighting the short form content originally aired as a timed exclusive on our Golden Silent Films Podcast YouTube Channel.In this episode you'll get a battle of book versus film, as we look at "Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch" and its fascinating author. Next, we dive into the surprising origins of the false eyelash and its connection to silent film. Lastly, we talk to a special guest about ScreenShot: Asia, an incredible film fest bringing more than just silent movies to the city of Pittsburgh!If you want to experience our shorts on YouTube live as they are released, subscribe to our YouTube channel and hit that notification bell and like button! We want to see that subscriber keep growing.Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents1#pittsburgh #dwgriffith #pitt #seenaowen #eyelash #eyelashes #asianfilmfest #asianfilm #silentfilm #kentucky #silentmovies #filmhistory #filmpodcast #filmdiscussion #movies #moviediscussion #scarymovies #hollywood #history #youtube #makeuphacks #makeuphistory

A discussion about and look into the stories, the history and personalities that came together to make the silent short, "The Haunted House" in 1921. Directed by Buster Keaton and Eddie Cline. This short stars Buster Keaton and was photographed by Elgin Lessley.This episode celebrates Silent Movie Day, International Podcast Day and an early Halloween. In addition to the film discussion, we also dive a little into the lore of how the Golden Silent Films Podcast came into existence.Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents1#silentfilm #silentmovie #silentfilms #silentmovies #buster #busterkeaton #comedy #filmpodcast #filmdiscussion #classicfilm #charliechaplin #haroldlloyd #filmcomedy #slapstick #halloween #ghosts #ghost #supernatural #spooky #spookyseason #skeleton #pumpkin #horror #horrormovie #scarymovie #vintage

The Golden Silent Films Podcast is honored to welcome renowned silent film accompanist and historian Ben Model to the show. Model recently added author to his incredibly long and illustrious resume. He joins us to talk about his brand-new book, "The Silent Film Universe", as well as some fun detours through the film world.If you want to learn more about Ben Model and his book, check out silentfilmmusic.com and undercrankproductions.com for tons of great content and info. Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents1And don't forget to check us out on YouTube for podcasts and special, exclusive short form content!#silentfilm #silentmovies #filmpodcast #benmodel #classicfilm #bookdiscussion #movies

In this episode, the Golden Silent Films Podcast looks back at the life and career of Signe Auen, whom you may or may not recognize as Seena Owen. In a wildly varied career, Owen's career took her from the stage to the screen to the script, all while working with the biggest names in film. Don't forget to like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you get the regular podcast episodes as well as exclusive short form content.Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilnets1

This episode is the first in a series highlighting the short form content aired as a timed exclusive on our Golden Silent Films Podcast YouTube channel.In this episode you will learn about Oakland, California's forgotten amusement park, Idora Park and its connections to silent film. After that, we update you on our adventures at the 2025 Columbus Moving Picture Show convention. Lastly, we resurrect a lost episode and enjoy our first Russian silent film.If you want to hear our shorts on YouTube, just search for us on YouTube and we will pop up! Don't forget to like, subscribe and hit the bell for notifications!Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents1

This episode is a special Pittsburgh-based double feature. Starting in Pittsburgh's Oakland neighborhood, we'll be watching 1927's "Cave of the Silken Web" and learning about ScreenShot: Asia.We'll follow that screening up by going to downtown Pittsburgh and the famous Harris Theater where we'll be checking out the 1928 gusty classic, "The Wind". This segment also features a chat with the talented silent film accompanist, Tyler Stoner.Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents1ScreenShot: Asia - www.screenshot.pitt.edu

A discussion about and look into the stories, the history and personalities that came together to make the silent film "The False Faces" in 1919. Directed by Irvin V. Willat and starring Henry Walthall and Lon Chaney.This episode was released in conjunction with the film being screened on the opening day of the Columbus Moving Picture Show on May 22, 2025.Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents1

This announcement features big news on the future of content delivery from the Golden Silent Films Podcast. We will be producing silent film short form content for YouTube in an effort to diversify and grow the reach of our podcast.We hope to see you fine listeners join us on the streaming platform for some really fun and unexpected stories from the silent era. This is not us leaving the audio realm, just adding more content for you great silent movie fans to enjoy!You can find our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenSilentFilmsPodcast

This episode is a look into the silent film history of Cleveland, Ohio. From famous silent film music composers and historic early films to gorgeous movie houses and film storage centers, Cleveland has it all. Join us for a trip to this great silent city!We also discuss the 1925 Constance Talmadge film, "Her Sister from Paris," which was screened at the Cleveland Public Library on March 15, 2025.This episode also features silent film talk with Emily Laurance, the Executive Director of the Cleveland Silent Film Festival and Colloquium. For more info on this great organization, head over clevelandsilentfilmfestival.orgBluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents1We are also available on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!

A discussion about and look into the stories, the history and personalities that came together to make the silent film "Male and Female" in 1919. Directed by Cecil B. DeMille and starring Gloria Swanson, Thomas Meighan and Lila Lee.Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X = @goldensilents1Silent Film Fridays can be found at ATK42Games on Twitch

This episode shines a spotlight on the 2025 edition of the wonderful Columbus Moving Picture Show. We are joined by the convention's Director, Samantha Glasser, to look back at the history of the CMPS as well as what's in store for this year's event. This year's event takes place May 22 - 25 in Columbus, Ohio!If you want to learn more about the Columbus Moving Picture Show, head over to www.columbusmovingpictureshow.com And don't forget to check out the Columbus Moving Picture Show Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts!Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents1

A discussion about and look into the stories, the history and personalities that came together to make the silent film "Snow White" in 1916. Directed by J. Searle Dawley and starring Marguerite Clark, Creighton Hale and Dorothy Cumming.This episode also features movie and music discussions with the incredibly talented harpist and film accompanist, Leslie McMichael.Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents1All Things Leslie McMichael - www.pluckmusic.net

A discussion about and look into the stories, the history and personalities that came together to make the silent film "Beverly of Graustark" in 1926. Directed by Sidney Franklin and starring Marion Davies, Antonio Moreno and Creighton Hale.This episode also features a discussion with talented silent film accompanist, all-around film historian and generally cool dude, Ben Model!Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents1Ben Model - silentfilmmusic.com

A discussion about and look into the stories, the history and personalities that came together to make the silent film "The City Without Jews" in 1924. Based on the novel by Hugo Bettauer and directed by Hans Karl Breslauer.This episode also covers the film's National Holocaust Remembrance Day screening event and cine-concert at Pittsburgh's Rodef Shalom Congregation on January 27, 2025.Bluesky - @goldensilentscastInstagram - goldensilentscastTwitter/X - @goldensilents1Alicia Svigals - aliciasvigals.comHolocaust Center of Pittsburgh - hcofpgh.org