Let's Talk To Lucy

What if Lucy could talk to the stars of today? Reimagined interviews feature Lucy speaking with comedian Robert Klein and musician Seth Rudetsky.

What if Lucy could talk to the stars of today? Reimagined interviews feature Lucy speaking with actors Nicole Kidman and Marlo Thomas.

What if Lucy could talk to the stars of today? Reimagined interviews feature Lucy speaking with film producer Tina Sinatra and actor Stephanie Zimbalist.

What if Lucy could talk to the stars of today? Reimagined interviews feature Lucy speaking with Comedian Randy Rainbow and actor Ruta Lee.

What if Lucy could talk to the stars of today? Reimagined interviews feature Lucy speaking with singer Barry Manilow and film critic Rex Reed.

What if Lucy could talk to the stars of today? Reimagined interviews feature Lucy speaking with Comedian Amy Pohler and actor Michele Lee.

What if Lucy could talk to the stars of today? Reimagined interviews feature Lucy speaking with comedian Rosie O'Donnell and actor Lorna Luft.

What if Lucy could talk to the stars of today? Reimagined interviews feature Lucy speaking with journalist Kathie Lee Gifford and director Ron Howard.

What if Lucy could talk to the stars of today? Reimagined interviews feature Lucy speaking with actors Fran Drescher and Sean Astin.

What if Lucy could talk to the stars of today? Reimagined interviews feature Lucy speaking with Comedian Carol Burnett and actor Sally Struthers.

Lucy speaks with Ruth Berle, wife of actor Milton Berle and a spokeswoman for Synanon, which was originally introduced as addiction therapy and later evolved into a violent cult.

Lucy visits with oil man E.E. Whal whose new venture involves training teenagers to be the businessmen of tomorrow.

"My favorite Martian" actor sits down with Lucy to discuss his time in her workshop and shares advice to those just getting started in the entertainment industry.

Things get spooky as Lucy speaks with "The Addams Family" actress Carolyn Jones about playing Morticia, painting, and being in showbiz.

Lucy sits down with actress Shirley Booth to discuss her show "Hazel", accepting awards, and being a New Yorker.

Lucy travels to Vegas to speak with actress Joy Hodges about second-wind careers, their life philosophies, and never being too old to achieve your goals.

Acclaimed Director George Cukor reveals to Lucy what makes a coachable actor, how stars have overcome obstacles in front of the camera, and his newest project "My Fair Lady".

Singer Andy Williams comes to visit Lucy at a point of transformation with a new house, new baby, and a mission to help end hunger in the United States.

Mel Torme sits down with Lucy to discuss his acting aspirations, what motivates him, and his thoughts on his many marriages.

Join Lucy as she sits down with June Lockhart to discuss her time on the Show Lassie, how she's raising her daughters, and her new televised venture into space.

Lucy speaks with Singer Buddy Greco about being married to actress Dani Kayne, growing up in entertainment, and his future acting aspirations.

Opera Singer and voice of Sleeping Beauty, Mary Costa, joins Lucy to discuss modern music, battling loneliness, and how Hollywood keeps her humble.

Donald O'Connor joins Lucy again to describe a day in the O'Connor home and his many famous collaborations with Bing Crosby, Marilyn Monroe, and Ethel Merman.

Debbie Reynolds stops by to talk with Lucy about her decades in show business, raising her young children, and coming up from next to nothing.

Film Executive Jack Warner chats with Lucy on the set of his latest film to discuss his instincts when hiring good talent and how they have both seen the industry evolve during their time in show business.

"Old Blue Eyes" invites Lucy to the movie set for a quick-catch up as the discuss his children's foray into showbusiness, his preference for movies, and what makes a good director.

Donald O'Connor, legendary triple-threat, joins Lucy to discuss his upcoming projects, family life, and working on set with a Lion.

Join Lucy as she speaks with America's Sweetheart actress Doris Day on the set of Do Not Disturb, where they enjoy a pleasant chat during a chaotic day on set. Afterward, Lucy sits down with journalist Leo McElroy as he outlines how Voice from America broadcasts out American content to international audiences.

Actress and Playwright June Havoc joins Lucy for a candid discussion on authenticity. June discusses her relationship with the audience and how she stays true to herself despite the pressures of the entertainment world.

Lucy sits down with Gertrude Berg to discuss her iconic radio roles, her upcoming work on the stage, and how she encourages her children to express their creativity.

Gene Kelly joins Lucy again to give insight into his home life and how's he always looking for fresh talent on the road. A legendary choreographer, Kelly tells Lucy about his desire for more boys to learn the art of dance and what makes a great routine.

Gene Kelly, talented actor and choreographer, talks Lucy through his humble beginnings as a bricklayer, his dancing heritage, and how he tries to remain grounded in Hollywood.

Lucy speaks with Andy Griffith about his time as a teacher and his thoughts on entertainers speaking about politics in this two-part episode.

In this episode Lucy hosts a two part interview with the Julie Andrews.

This week Lucy sits down for a two-part interview with the iconic Dick Van Dyke.

This week Lucy speaks with Lorne Greene, best known as Ben Cartwright, the father from Bonanza.

This week Lucy speaks with Lorne Greene, best known as Ben Cartwright, the father from Bonanza.

Lucy continues her discussion with Steve Allen, the first host of the Tonight Show. In addition to being the first host of the Tonight Show, Allen was a radio and TV star, comedian and writer.

Lucy sits down for 3 'episodes' with Steve Allen, the first host of the Tonight Show. In addition to being the first host of the Tonight Show, Allen was a radio and TV star, comedian and writer.

This week Dinah Shore is Lucy's guest in a three-part interview from 1964. Shore was a world renown singer and actress who started her career in radio in the early 1940's and eventually moved into television where she had a storied career as a host and performer.

Lucy once again sits down with Hal King who at the time was Director of Makeup at Max Factor, to discuss more makeup and skin care tips.

In these episodes of Let's Talk To Lucy, Lucy and her husband and announcer Gary Morton sit down with Arthur Godfrey and tell stories from Godfrey's safari trip and the time they all spent together at Godfrey's estate in Virginia.

In this three part episode, Lucy speaks with a 24 year old Nancy Sinatra and her husband at the time, Tommy Sands, about how they met and eventually married.

In this episode Lucy sits down with a gentlemen named Robert Sanval. Robert moved to the US from Australia to study acting in Los Angeles and Lucy spends these episodes asking Robert about life in Australia.

Lucy sits down with Hal King who at the time was Director of Makeup at Max Factor, to discuss makeup and skin care tips.

Lucy sits down with Ray Walston for a two-part interview. Walston stared in CBS's "My Favorite Martian" in the 1960's and later became well known for his portrayal of Mr. Hand in "Fast Times at Ridgemont High".

This week Lucy sits down with Mary Costa, the original voice of Princess Aurora from Disney's Sleeping Beauty.

This week Lucy interviews Ann Sothern, whom Lucy once called "the best comedian in the business, bar none". Sothern was a well known radio, tv, film and stage actress for over 50 years.

Lucy interviews actress, comedian Bea Benaderet. Bea is famous for her work on The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show, The Beverly Hillbillies and Petticoat Junction.

This episode features Lucy's conversation with actor, director Richard Crenna. Crenna is an Emmy and Golden Globe winner for his portrayal of the title character in The Rape of Richard Beck. Crenna later went on to star in the first Rambo movie as John Rambo's commanding officer.

In this episode from 1964, Lucy interviews actress, dancer and singer Mitzi Gaynor.

This week, Lucy speaks to burlesque star Gypsy Rose Lee. The pair discuss Lee's Mediterranean villa, her travels with her young child and the difficulty of being "Gypsy Rose Lee".

This week, Lucy speaks to actress & singer Jane Powell. The pair discuss Powell's imminent world tour as well as Powell's experiences growing from child star to adult, completely within the Hollywood Film Industry.

This week, Lucy is the one being interviewed for a change, as she sits down for a two part interview with Hilly Rose. Lucy goes into greater detail and gives more insight into her inner workings than in any previous episode. Afterwards Lucy opens the mailbag at Desilu studios to discuss life with her listeners.

This week, Lucy speaks with composer, Ernest Gold (It's A Mad Mad Mad Mad World, Exodus). The pair discuss Gold's early days in music, including the day that he became aware that he was a "Hollywood Composer". They also discuss the state of the American music business and the importance of art in the home.

This week Lucy muses over the holiday season and everything that it brings. Lucy gathers with her family, Little Lucie, Little Desi, and her husband Gary to discuss their favorite part of the holiday and reminisce over Christmases past. Lucy then opens her mail bag to read letters from everyday people and the joys and struggles they've experienced over the holidays. Lastly Lucy sits down with "Mr. White Christmas" Bing Crosby to find out how his family enjoys the holidays.

This week Lucy talks with “Mr. San Francisco”, Barnaby Conrad. Conrad, a modern Renaissance Man, speaks about the many hats he’s worn over the course of his life including Author, Artist, Bullfighter & Diplomat. He details his escapades across the world and the wisdoms he's gained from each. He discusses raising a family and the benefits he’s seen from his unusual lifestyle. In the final part of the interview Lucy goes to Conrad’s home to pour over the trinkets and trophies he's accumulated over his interesting life.

This week, Lucy speaks with Julie Newmar, the two actresses discuss Hollywood culture, family life & maintaining their genuine selves whilst in the limelight. Newmar details the freedom she feels when playing her favorite Femme Fatale characters, and the distinction between drive and ambition which keeps her happy.

This week, Lucy talks with Hollywood costume designer Edith Head. Edith and Lucy discuss the coming season's fashions, as well as Edith's work on the as-of-then upcoming film The Great Race. Edith also talks about her upbringing in a mining camp in Mexico and how it's carried over into her adult life as well as her path from school teacher to Hollywood fashion institution.

This week, Lucy recounts her experiences working with animal co-stars over the course of her career. From "celebrity" animals like Elsie The Cow, to wild alligators and chimpanzees, Lucy has had encounters with many members of the animal kingdom, and more often than not, she's walked away with a bit of damage and a new story. Next, Lucy muses over leisure time and relaxation in the home. She discusses how she gets the most out of her time and how she deals with the guilt that can sometimes accompany "Slowing down".

This week Lucy sits down with famed Hollywood columnist Hedda Hopper. The two women go into great detail about the roles of "gossip columns" in the entertainment industry at the time. Hopper talks at length about her responsibility to her readership as well as those about whom she writes.

This week Lucy speaks with Mary Kay Dodson & Evelyn Keyes. In her first interview, with Paramount Costume Designer & Bergdorf Goodman Director Mary Kay Dodson, Lucy listens to what the coming fashion season has in store for the people of America. Mary Kay details her trips abroad to study European trends and how to make them palatable for the more conservative tastes in U.S. Lucy then talks with Gone With The Wind actress, Evelyn Keyes. The pair discuss the ups and downs of Hollywood life and how they contributed to Evelyn's relatively early retirement from acting.

This week, Lucy is joined by the incomparable Mary Tyler Moore. In this interview Moore is at the height of her rise to fame, discussing the end of The Dick Van Dyke Show and what might possibly lie ahead. Lucy and Mary compare experiences, speak about the difficulties of balancing life in show business with the needs of a family and try to settle the age old debate of life in New York vs. life in Los Angeles.

This week Lucy is talking to Robert Stack, star of 1959's Untouchables. Robert talks about his reputation as the "Epitome of The All-American Man" and why he finds the title wanting. Lucy and Bob then discuss climbing the Hollywood ladder and why luck matters just as much as talent.

This week, Lucy focuses on the American teenager by dedicating an episode to Youth Appreciation Day 1964.

This week, Lucy talks to Carol Burnett, the two comediennes trade jokes and stories about show business. Carol talks about the responsibility that comes with performing on Broadway and television simultaneously, and why her golf game is improved when there's a windmill on the course. Lucy also speaks with actress Bea Lillie and director Joshua Logan.

This week, Lucy comes to you from backstage at Broadway's old Alvin Theater (now The Neil Simon Theater), to speak with Tony award winning actress Tammy Grimes. They discuss Tammy's runs in The Unsinkable Molly Brown and High Spirits and their respective journeys to the apex of stardom on stage and screen. Then Tammy turns the tables and begins to question Lucy, giving unheard insight into her feelings about her self, her audience and her art.

This week, Lucy sits down to speak with the legendary Barbra Streisand for three separate interviews. Streisand, just 22 years old at the time, speaks about her ascension to fame after the debut of Funny Girl, a rise that Lucy herself calls “Meteoric”. Streisand speaks frankly about her “disappointment” with life in the lime light and tells Lucy how she keeps herself from succumbing to the voices of yes-men and naysayers.

This week, Lucy speaks with the iconic Bob Hope along with co-stars from The Lucy Show, Candy Moore & Gale Gordon.

This week, Lucy comes to you from the 1964 World's Fair in New York City. Lucy begins with a few anecdotes about the trials of mobilizing and operating an entire production company out of a high-rise hotel suite, while reminiscing about her early days in the city in her dark, dank ground floor apartment. Lucy then hits the streets of the 1964 World’s Fair. She recounts being honored in various ceremonies and parades before romping across the many national pavilions to take in the exotic flavors and feelings of international unity.

This week, Lucy is on the set of the 1965 film "The Great Race" to speak with her I Love Lucy co-star Vivian Vance. Lucy and Vivian speak on the many layers of friendship that they share, and what it takes to build strong foundations for personal relationships. After Vivian talks about her work in hospitals with the elderly and underprivileged youth, the two friends wind down their conversations by contemplating modern parenting and who has the harder time, teenagers or their parents.

This week, Lucy speaks with Red and Georgia Skelton for separate interviews. In her sit down with "America's Favorite Clown", Red Skelton, Lucy talks about life away from the stage and the myriad interests that entertainers keep to maintain a sense of self, as well as finding spiritual fulfilment in something as simple as the breeze. After a brief musing on the pride that comes from a job well done, Lucy speaks with Georgia Skelton about how she does the best job that she can, in maintaining the off-stage life of her famous husband.

This week Lucy sits down with Bing Crosby or as he's known amongst his famous friends "Der Bingle ". He and Lucy discuss the ins and outs of making films and records. Bing discusses his eternal hit "White Christmas" and a disagreement between its composer, Irving Berlin, and the producers of Holiday Inn which might've forever changed the legacy of the song.

Lucy sits down with Sheila MacRae, to discuss their experiences as actresses and mothers. Sheila chronicles her journey in the entertainment industry and contrasts her comedic style with Lucy's.

This week, Lucy talks with Dean & Jeanne Martin to gain perspective on married life from both points of view, Dean speaks on challenging himself with new projects while still remaining close with his children, and Jeanne gives insight into how she maintains her relationship with her family while supporting one of the busiest entertainers in the world.

This week’s Let’s Talk To Lucy features the premiere episode with Danny Kaye along with interviews with dancers from the Copa Room in Las Vegas, Peter Lind Hayes & Mary Healy and Carol Channing, all recorded in September 1964.

Lucille Ball was one of America’s first podcasters. In 1964 Lucy launched her CBS Radio Show “LET’S TALK TO LUCY” where she interviewed some of the biggest names in Hollywood. After the initial airing they were never heard again, until now.