Entertaining and informative discussions abound as host Patrick Vasey and the world's top experts, authors and film historians take a chronological deep dive into the films of Laurel and Hardy. The production history and many untold stories are revealed about these well-loved comedy classics. Regular guests include the world's leading authorities on all things Stan and Ollie and Hal Roach Studios, such as Randy Skretvedt, Richard W. Bann, Glenn Mitchell, Rob Stone, Leonard Maltin, Neil Brand, Steve Massa and Ben Model and many, many more.
The Laurel & Hardy Podcast
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60 episodes
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Entertaining and informative discussions abound as host Patrick Vasey and the world's top experts, authors and film historians take a chronological deep dive into the films of Laurel and Hardy. The production history and many untold stories are revealed about these well-loved comedy classics. Regular guests include the world's leading authorities on all things Stan and Ollie and Hal Roach Studios, such as Randy Skretvedt, Richard W. Bann, Glenn Mitchell, Rob Stone, Leonard Maltin, Neil Brand, Steve Massa and Ben Model and many, many more.
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Recent Episodes
June 6, 2026
Bonus 19: Fraternally Yours - The Hoose-Gow Discussion
Host Russ and guest Randy Skretvedt, a Laurel & Hardy expert, discuss the classic short "The Hoose-Gow" and preview upcoming books.
April 6, 2026
41. The Hoose-Gow (1929) with Randy Skretvedt
<p>In this second of two back-to-back episodes with Laurel and Hardy expert, Randy Sketvedt, Patrick takes a deep-dive into the fascinating production history of the boys' classic 1929 short, The Hoose-Gow. Among the many things discussed are the origin of the term Hoose-Gow and the Culver City speakeasy that may have inspired the film. </p><p>For more information on Patrick's forthcoming book, Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit: www.laurelandhardyfilms.com/books</p><p>To become part of the Podcast Community, 'Fraternally Yours', the online discussion group, and to access bonus Patron-only exclusive podcasts, just sign up to show your appreciation and support for the show and become a 'Plumtree Tier' Patron by clicking the link here: <a href="https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194"></a><a href="https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0">https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194</a></p><p>For more information on The Laurel & Hardy Podcast visit the website at <a href="http://www.laurelandhardyfilms.com/">www.laurelandhardyfilms.com</a></p><p>To contact Patrick, email <a href="mailto:theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com">theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com</a></p><p>If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become part of the podcast community by joining the <strong>Fraternally Yours</strong> Facebook Group here: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755"></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0">https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755</a></p><p>To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: <a href="https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK">https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p> </p>
February 18, 2026
Bonus 18: Laurel & Hardy: Silents - BIG BOOK UPDATE
<p>This bonus episode finally lifts the lid on Patrick and Russ's long-awaited book project, Laurel & Hardy: Silents. Eight years in the making, this exclusive limited edition book(s) promises to be the definitive record of Stan and Ollie's silent era and will be the only book to publish every available production still for these classic, formative comedies. </p><p>Patrick and Russ are joined by a friend of the podcast, Chris Seguin, as they discuss the genesis, the transformative production process and the final physical product. Also included in the conversation are details of how to order, the cost and the predicted timescale. </p><p>In addition to all this, the tables are turned, as Patrick and Russ both face the Atoll Question! </p><p>For more information on Laurel & Hardy: Silents, to join the mailing list or watch the promotional videos, visit the boys' website at https://www.laurelandhardyfilms.com/books </p><p>To become part of the new 'Fraternally Yours' online discussion group, and to access bonus Patron-only exclusive podcasts, just sign up to show your appreciation and support for the show and become a 'Plumtree Tier' Patron by clicking the link here: <a href="https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194</a></p><p>For more information on The Laurel & Hardy Podcast visit the website at <a href="http://www.laurelandhardyfilms.com/" target="_blank">www.laurelandhardyfilms.com</a></p><p>To contact Patrick, email <a href="mailto:theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com" target="_blank">theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com</a></p><p>If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become part of the podcast community by joining the <strong>Fraternally Yours</strong>Facebook Group here: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755</a></p><p>To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra’s music contained in these podcasts, click here: <a href="https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK</a></p><p><br></p>
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