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This isn't just a celebration of the James Bond movies but is also a huge thank you to those men and women who have put us on the edge of our seats and taken our breath away with exciting action sequence and breathtaking stunts. A journey through Film and Television action.Your host is Jon Auty who is a stunt historian, co-host of podcast The Stunt Pod and author of the book 'Jump Rocky Jump' about the life and times of legendary Film and Television stuntman Rocky Taylor and the soon to be r ...
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Michael Redfern (1943-2022) worked with our beloved Catflap favourites on many shows including Dangerous Brothers, The Young Ones, Bottom, and 4 of 6 episodes of Filthy Rich & Catflap. In this pod ep, author Mark Searby shares the audio of his chat with Mr Redfern, recorded while researching his book 'Rik Mayall: Comedy Genius'. Mark also chats wit…
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A rollercoaster of a movie with thrills and spills provided by REMY JULIENNE and COLIN SKEAPING. Never mind all those moaning minnies who want to talk about the terrible script and casting....its enjoyable....plain and simple. Mind you back in 1981....they did things very differently as now as you'll find out here. Enjoy If you've enjoyed this epis…
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The Crow arrives on the big screen in August with a brand new reimagining of the story. The stunt coordinator is ADAM HORTON and I was lucky enough to be asked to take part in the press junket for the film. Hope you enjoy this - if so subscribe and share so those who don't already know will find out Enjoy If you've enjoyed this episode then why not…
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Back in 1972 when you had a problem with someone, and if you could afford it you'd call a mechanic, but if Charles Brosnson turned up at your door chances are he wasn't going to replace a tyre of cam belt. The mechanic in question is a term for a hit man and Charlie is doing nicely until Jan Michael Vincent comes along and want to be taught the way…
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The Olympics have arrived again. Paris is hosting the games and as usual the excitement surrounding the events is palpable. Some of the sports have a link with qualifications required for the stunt register, so I thought we'd compare the events with the requirements for the BSR. Also if you recognise any of the music used in this weeks episode you …
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PETE BROOKER used to run a YouTube channel called 'From Tailors With Love', after a successful book about the style of Bond and a podcast, he has rebranded his channel to 'There Will Be Bond'. I recently chatted with him about two action packed moments in the 2006 James Bond movie 'Casino Royale'....and this is what it sounds like. Visit his YouTub…
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I've been threatening this for some time and never getting around to it....so here we go....part 1 is questions via email....on Friday on YouTube we'll do the social media questions. Enjoy If you've enjoyed this episode then why not follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using the following link https://linktr.ee/behindthestunts…
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Ryan O'Neal and Anne Archer star in this jewel heist movie with a twist. The twist involves the bank vault on top of a skyscraper. Stunt Coordinator VIC ARMSTRONG works with stuntman ROY ALON to create one of the greatest stunts ever filmed. Enjoy If you've enjoyed this episode then why not follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using the fol…
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Celebrating movies that celebrate their 40th anniversary. Firestarter, from the pen of Stephen King and the directorial viewfinder of Mark Lester. Starring Drew Barrymore in her after E.T and before Charlies Angels period. GLENN RANDALL at the helm as stunt coordinator and a team full of professionals who can't wait to feel the heat...and their not…
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In this ep Dona Di Stefano, the Assistant Floor Manager on Filthy Rich & Catflap, chats with Jeffers about the show to share nifty anecdotes, reveal production processes and patiently respond to his increasingly obscure questions. Dona enjoyed a 48-year career in TV and Theatre, becoming part of the Paul Jackson teams that worked on Happy Families,…
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Stunt professional MAHSA AHMADI has been on one hell of a journey to get to where she is now. Growing up in Iran she realised early on that being a girl wasn't going to be a benefit in her life. Iran was not a country renowned for top drawer human rights. But she battled on and followed her dreams. A story which she tells us here... Enjoy If you've…
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Without question the finest example of war ever captured on film. Steven Spielberg's Day Landing movie was so powerful it was accepted by veterans as the most accurate depiction of warfare. Stunt Coordinator SIMON CRANE did a wonderful job, creating the action, aided by stuntmen like PAUL HEASMAN who plays a very important role. I am very lucky to …
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Without question one of the jewels in the crown of action adventure. The Bond movie we never got was delivered by James Cameron and 'Big Arnie'. Classic spy adventure with magnificent action sequences and a brilliant cast. JOEL KRAMER as stunt coordinator absolutely shines during this movie and should be applauded for his constant dedication to the…
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Jon Auty from Behind the Stunts chats with Jeffers about Filthy Rich & Catflap's stunt pieces and stunt performers, including Nick Gillard, Denise Ryan, Peter Diamond, Gareth Milne, Paul Heasman and Spencer Collins. Here's Jon's LINKTREE to check out more Behind The Stunts! The cover image of Nigel Planer in rehearsal is thanks to Dona Di Stefano (…
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Vic Armstrong recently received his Lifetime Achievement Awards from The British James Bond Fan Club underneath another icon of the 20th Century, The Concorde. Here we take a look at some of Vic's early work and have a brief chat about some memories - thanks to Kung Fu Kingdom for use of the interview material Enjoy If you've enjoyed this episode t…
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Its time to venture over the pond and visit Los Angeles for the 2024 Taurus World Stunt Awards. I'm so grateful to all the professionals who've provided so much information and those who've sent video links enabling you to hear this broadcast. Lets celebrate the wonderful world of action with the stunt professionals themselves. If you've enjoyed th…
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Another sad loss this week as we learn that stuntman Tony McFarr has passed at the age of 47. Such a great loss at such a young age. It is only fitting that we should celebrate his career with an interview so we can learn a bit more about him. A few years ago he was interviewed by the podcast Breaking The Cinematic Universe c/o The LAN Cave (Living…
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Its always very difficult when we lose someone close, but when an industry like the stunt business lose two very important and influential individuals is very challenging. Jeannie Epper was an American stunt icon, part of a family that practically invested the game. Denise Ryan was a stunt performer and coordinator from the UK who broke boundaries …
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Its been a long time coming but 'THE FALL GUY' is now out. Whatever you do, you should see this movie on the big screen where it belongs. DAIVID LEITCH, the director, was Brad Pitt's stuntman for 5-6 movies - he's given us Atomic Blonde, Deadpool and Bullet Train to name but a few. Stunt Designer is CHRIS O'HARA - he would have been coordinator in …
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Ben Hur is one of the greatest biblical epics of our time. When in 1959 Charlton Heston took the lead role and William Wyler directed it became the most expensive film ever made and won 11 Academy Awards. The following year Stunt Coordinator YAKIMA CANUTT was presented with an Honorary Oscar for his achievement in the action business. In 2016 a new…
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Back in the world of Burt Reynolds for two very different outings. One where he plays the suave millionaire playboy and the other where he plays a father trying to make many bad decisions go his way. Action provided by VIC ARMSTRONG and HAL NEEDHAM in Rough Cut and by GLENN WILDER and DAR ROBINSON in Stick. Enjoy If you've enjoyed this episode then…
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Carey Loftin was an exceptional talent behind the wheel of a car and as stuntman, and stunt coordinator he was a force to be reckoned with. Lets explore two of his outings in both roles. 'Its A Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World' and 'Bullitt' - enjoy https://linktr.ee/behindthestunts?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=754069b2-9d84-4338-ae39-1090980380…
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The Duke, John Wayne is a formidable thrower of the screen punch. In the words of the great Nosher Powell, "When I hit em they stay bloody hit". John Wayne made a career from being the American lawman who made everything right in the end. His ability to throw a cracking screen punch was second to none and thanks to stunt guys like YAKIMA CANUTT and…
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As many of you will know, a new 2024 version of the 1989 classic 'Road House' has recently been released. Its always good to have comparison, so lets take a look at both and do just that. If you've enjoyed this episode then why not follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using the following link https://linktr.ee/behindthestunts…
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Jeffers chats to Goon Pod's Tyler Adams about 16 guest stars of Filthy Rich & Catflap, as they re-enact the 'Best Catflap Guest Role' tournament of January 2024. Performers discussed include: Helen Lederer, Chris Barrie, Mel Smith, Lee Cornes, Polly Highton , Hugh Laurie, Cheryl Taylor, Arthur Smith, Stephen Fry, John Bird, Ken Parry, Harry Enfield…
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A Burt Reynolds double bill is always an essential. Here we see him playing Gator McClusky in White Lightning in 1973 and again in Gator in 1976. Its another fine example of Burt working with long term friend and stuntman HAL NEEDHAM. Hal always wanted to push the boundaries and occasionally it didn't always go according to plan....as you'll find o…
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I've recently received my copy of the Anniversary British Stunt Register, which I was thrilled to receive this month. Here we celebrate the work of the BSR, a little about its beginnings and what's in store for the future. If you've enjoyed this episode then why not follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using the following link https://linkt…
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Sunday saw the 96th Academy Awards take place and once again the stunt community were overlooked, they did get a montage and a round of applause though....enough? No of course not.....lets discuss If you've enjoyed this episode then why not follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using the following link https://linktr.ee/behindthestunts…
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I've been asked many question regarding this case and although it doesn't fall into stonework as such, the armourer is a vital part of the team who create the action sequences. This happened on a film set - a rehearsal...and yet a live round was fired and killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injured director Joel Souza. How did this happen? T…
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The most expensive movie of 1997and one of the most exciting...also one of the silliest. BRIAN and GREG SMRZ are in charge of the action and they absolutely earn every single penny of their fee. Brilliant to say the least and here I chat about the big boat chase finale. Enjoy If you've enjoyed this episode then why not follow us on Twitter, Instagr…
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Its that time again - we bring in a Bond fan and ask them to provide their Top 10 Bond Stunts and/or Action Sequences. Sam Rogers is a Bond fan who is a video editor and content creator - lots of great choices here and if you don't already follow him on Twitter you can find him @SamR_1995 on Instagram he's @sam_j_rogers To read his written work and…
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A chat with Diana Mather, who played Dingo Wucka's secretary in ep 6 of Filthy Rich & Catflap and also had plenty of TV experience as a presenter & newsreader for the BBC, ATV and more, including a few continuity links just like Richie Rich! Diana shares nifty anecdotes about her television career and becoming a prolific author and etiquette expert…
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The second in our Kevin Costner season brings us to this clever thriller from director Roger Donaldson. Stunt Coordinator is DIAMOND FARNSWORTH who also doubles the star. Lets explore some of the action moments before Fridays YouTube deep dive Enjoy If you've enjoyed this episode then why not follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using the f…
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Ask someone to name a western and this movie is likely to be in the top 10. Brilliantly clever, extremely funny and action packed. Stunt Coordinator JAMES ARNETT created the right atmosphere with the right stuntmen. He would double Paul Newman and MICKEY GILBERT would double Robert Redford. Here we explore the high fall and take a look at how this …
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A long lost Rik Mayall live gig audio recording surfaced in Western Australia in January 2024, taken from a Rik & Ben Elton gig on 17 May 1986 in Perth. Podcasto Catflappo got the scoop and is making Dingo Wucker proud by breaking the story and giving you exclusive access to this 45-minute audio treat before it gets released to the world at RikMaya…
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Without question one of the greatest action films of our time. Arnie is back and this time he's fighting creatures from other galaxies. CRAIG BAXLEY is at the helm as stunt coordinator and 2nd Unit Director and what a team he puts together. Apart from JOEL KRAMER and PETER KENT on doubling duty we have some big names mingling with big names from th…
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A war movie is always a good place for a stuntman to shine. This movie has Harrison Ford in the thick of the action and the arms of Lesley Anne Down...some guys get all the luck eh? The stunts are handled by stunt coordinator ALAN STUART who brings together a great team including JIM DOWDALL, VAL MUSETTI and a young man who knows a thing or two abo…
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Richie Rich is the star around whom Filthy Rich & Catflap revolves, so Jeffers & Dave talk about Richie for 3 hours, plus segments with guests! We ask the question: What do we actually KNOW about Gertrude Richard Rich? As it turns out, we know loads but plenty of it is contradictory! We document all the Richie-related evidence from on-screen events…
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A beautiful film on many levels. Photography is gorgeous, its well written, John Barry's music is absolutely stunning.....Kevin Costner stars and directs this epic and has to be in practically every shot. The action is coordinated by NORMAN HOWELL who does a remarkable job. Lets celebrate the work here.... click the link to visit the pod dojo netwo…
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Another excellent addition to the action classic. Carl Weathers is ACTION JACKSON and in order to get him through the movie, the director is ex stuntman CRAIG BAXLEY. Safe as houses here. Doubled by JULIUS LAFLORE, Carl manages to keep the action on his side. A fun movie that should have gotten a sequel, but just didn't do enough business. Thank Go…
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A story of an everyday debt collector called Mark Taffin who does a favour for the village he lives in and they turn on him. Stunt Coordinator PETER BRAYHAM brings together a great team to create the action. Its a fun story, but the action really works. Enjoy If you've enjoyed this episode then why not follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook u…
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Well-known upholsterer and TV identity Craig Hughes joins us for a chat about seeing the recording of Filthy Rich & Catflap in 1986, and then Red Dwarf, while living in Manchester. Craig was also a sound engineer and promoter in the Madchester music scene, balancing that with his restoration work which later saw him become a specialist regular on T…
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Paul Jackson, producer and director of Filthy Rich & Catflap, is our special guest for the Xmas 2023 edition of the podcast. Paul chats about the show's genesis, gives his take on the series nearly 40 years later, and recalls some of the great folks who worked on the series but are no longer with us. It's a very special interview so dive on in! Tha…
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Its our last podcast before the new year so why not go out with a festive cracker. LETHAL WEAPON was a milestone movie for Mel Gibson who'd finally got his teeth into a character that would shape the rest of his career. Action is in the hands of stunt coordinator BOBBY BASS who brought in MIC RODGERS to double Mel Gibson and DAR ROBINSON to look af…
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Clint Eastwood returns as Harry Callahan in the sequel to 'Dirty Harry' - 'Magnum Force' is as good, if not better that its older brother. A movie filled with some great action set pieces. Stuntman CARY LOFTIN at the helm on the action, delivers and if this wets your appetite for Friday, then my job here is done Enjoy If you've enjoyed this episode…
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A documentary about the life of stuntman DAVID HOLMES who, for those who don't know, was Daniel Radcliffe's chief stuntman on the Harry Potter films. You may also be aware that whilst filming he sustained a life changing injury. This extraordinary documentary explores David's world now and then with the assistance of stuntmen TOLGA KENNAN, MARC MAI…
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A chat with autograph collector John Heffernan who just completed the 'holy grail' of Filthy Rich & Catflap signature pieces. John tells the story of meeting Rik Mayall, Nigel Planer, Ben Elton and (almost) Ade Edmondson in a two-decade sig pursuit! Jeffers and John also chat about the lack of Catflap collectables and whether that could be a good t…
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Started back in the mid 60s, this extraordinary archive is dedicated to those select few who risk life and limb for the sake of entertainment. Come with me as I explore the world of Johnny Hagner and his passion for the business. Enjoy If you've enjoyed this episode then why not follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using the following link …
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In 1981 THE FALL GUY hit the UK TV screens and changed peoples lives forever. If you were a keen, athletic kinda kid this show was great value for money. The lead character was a stuntman in film and television, and in between jobs he would work as a bounty hunter. Lee Majors was tired of being typecast as 'The Six Million Dollar Man' and jumped at…
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