Best Tom McQueen Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 101 - Long Live Steve McQueen 48:01

15d ago48:01

48:01

Over four decades after his passing, Steve McQueen's sense of fashion continues to influence what men wear today, including Tom Hoy from Easy on the Ivy and Lincoln McConnell-Brown from Dressing Like McQueen. Tune in as both men join me to discuss the icon's effortlessly cool style.By Kelsy Norman

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On the Set of Bullitt 12:00

3M ago12:00

12:00

During the summer of 1968, Leilani Chun found herself on the set of Bullitt alongside Steve McQueen. She joins me on this bonus episode of the show, to share her interaction with "The King of Cool."By Kelsy Norman

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Episode 100 - Steve McQueen Forever 56:01

3M ago56:01

56:01

On this episode of Speeding Bullitt: The Life and Films of Steve McQueen, I'm joined by Marshall Terrill, writer and Steve McQueen expert. Together, we explore McQueen's relationship with his third wife, Barbara Minty, his struggle with Mesothelioma, and his passing on November 7, 1980.By Kelsy Norman

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Episode 99 - The Hunter 1:01:17

5M ago1:01:17

1:01:17

Dr. Jason Ney, Associate Professor of English at Colorado Christian University and film historian, joins me to discuss Steve McQueen's final film, The Hunter. We explore the cars featured in the movie, the film's cast of ridiculous characters, and the exciting stunt work performed by Steve McQueen and Loren Janes.…

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Episode 98 - Tom Horn 1:05:07

7M ago1:05:07

1:05:07

Mickey Guinn, retired actor, stuntman, and driver for Hollywood Local 399 Teamsters joins me to talk about befriending Steve McQueen on the star's penultimate film, Tom Horn, and to share stories about working with many actors including William Shatner, Bette Davis, and Jim Carrey.By Kelsy Norman

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Episode 97 - The Old Place 37:20

8M ago37:20

37:20

Florence Esposito takes me back to The Old Place in Agoura Hills, California during the early to mid-70s, where she worked and mingled with Steve McQueen and other Hollywood stars at the beloved rustic bar.By Kelsy Norman

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Episode 96 - An Enemy of the People 1:22:32

9M ago1:22:32

1:22:32

The Steve McQueen expert Marshall Terrill joins me to provide insight into McQueen's rarely seen 1978 film, An Enemy of The People. We also discuss the extensive interview Steve gave Charles Champlin at Loyola Marymount University in 1978, which I also present in its entirety.By Kelsy Norman

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A Firefighter's Final Message: The Lesson He Left For All Of Us. 16:12

9M ago16:12

16:12

Losing a loved one is never easy. But the message that Randy left for his wife, Tiffany, gives us a path through our grief and a hope for the future. Join our host, Chaplain Tom McQueen, for this touching episode.

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When We Embrace Hatred, We Nourish Evil 16:26

9M ago16:26

16:26

Watching and listening to the shocking horrors perpetrated on the nation of Israel this week should remind us of our vocations to be instruments of God's peace. Join our host, Chaplain Tom McQueen, as he highlights a path for restoring peace in the world, in our country, in our businesses, families and relationships.…

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Episode 95 - Fading into the Background 52:01

9M ago52:01

52:01

In 1974, Steve McQueen starred in The Towering Inferno, the top grossing film of the year. By 1975, he became a recluse, and faded into the background of Hollywood. On this episode of the podcast, the Steve McQueen expert, Marshall Terrill, joins me to talk about the icon's time away from the spotlight.…

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If God is a MYTH, then you're no MIRACLE! 17:23

9M ago17:23

17:23

Stories of miracles of all kinds are plentiful throughout our history, all possible because of the goodness and generosity of our God. Join our host, Chaplain Tom McQueen, as he affirms our vocation as children created in the image and likeness of God and destined to make miracles happen by being a hope and a help to one another.…

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Spiritual State of the Nation: Results 17:14

10M ago17:14

17:14

Our host, Chaplain Tom McQueen, surveyed his listeners concerning the spiritual state of our nation. He received more responses than he expected and heartfelt observations from our subscribers. Join us for a review of the results and for specific suggestions from our audience on what we need to do to improve.…

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The Risk We Cannot Afford Not To Take! 16:54

10M ago16:54

16:54

We're on this earth for a very short time. During our lives we have multiple opportunities to take the risk of being a hope and a help to our brothers and sisters. Join our host, Chaplain Tom McQueen, as he shares with us the importance of the risk that we we cannot afford not to take.

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Episode 94 - Lee Marvin 1:37:06

10M ago1:37:06

1:37:06

Lee Marvin expert Dwayne Epstein joins me to discuss his new book, Killin' Generals: The Making of The Dirty Dozen, the Most Iconic WW II Movie of All Time, and to explore the life and films of one of Steve McQueen’s contemporaries, and the man credited with drastically altering the way real violence is depicted on film, Lee Marvin.…

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Becoming a Rebel Like Jesus 17:22

10M ago17:22

17:22

Jesus was considered a rebel during his public ministry. Join our host, Chaplain Tom McQueen, as he looks at how we can follow in the footsteps of Jesus in our troubled world today.

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Grief is a Journey, not a Destination! 15:32

10M ago15:32

15:32

Death is never easy for the loved ones and family left behind. How do we deal with our feelings? How do we manage the pain? Join hospice chaplain and fire chaplain, Tom McQueen, as he explores the journey of grief after the loss of a loved one.

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Episode 93 - The Best Disaster Movies 2:05:36

10M ago2:05:36

2:05:36

Writer, actor, podcaster, and fellow disaster movie fan Dion Baia joins me on this lengthy episode to discuss the best Disaster movies ever made, The Towering Inferno and The Poseidon Adventure. We also review the history of disaster movies and explore the career of Irwin Allen.By Kelsy Norman

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A Lesson from the "Saint of 9/11" 16:38

11M ago16:38

16:38

Father Mychal Judge, a Roman Catholic priest, is often referred to as the "Saint of 9/11." Father Judge was the first recorded casualty of that fateful day in 2001. Join our host, Chaplain Tom McQueen, as he shares the story of a man whose servant heart touched the lives of so many people.

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Wisdom for a Crazy World (Trailer) 0:50

11M ago0:50

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"Question: Is Heaven For Real? 17:18

11M ago17:18

17:18

As a therapist and a hospice chaplain, our host, Tom McQueen, has engaged people of all ages on the topic of what happens after we die. Join us for this heartfelt, emotional, and spiritually enlightening episode of Wisdom for a Crazy World.

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Bullying: The Story Every Young Person Needs To Hear! 15:17

11M ago15:17

15:17

Bullying can have devastating consequences for young people and their families and friends. Join us for this riveting true story from Chaplain Tom McQueen about how one student made a difference in another student's life. It's a story that everyone needs to hear...DONT' MISS IT!

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Builder or Wrecker: Which one are you! 14:58

11M ago14:58

14:58

In life we have a choice to be builders or wreckers in our families, home, and communities. When Jesus met Zachaeus and the Samaritan woman, what did He do? Join our host, Chaplain Tom McQueen, for another inspirational episode of Wisdom for a Crazy World!

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The Ultimate 6-Step Problem-Solving Formula 16:47

12M ago16:47

16:47

Got a problem and work or at home? Then this is the episode for you! Join our host, Chaplain Tom McQueen, as he lays out a 6-step process that will bring hope, help, and healing to whatever problems trouble you at home or at work.

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Episode 92 - A Tiny Spark 47:16

12M ago47:16

47:16

Documentary filmmaker, producer, and author, Laurent Bouzereau explores the impact disaster movies have had on his career, especially Steve McQueen’s The Towering Inferno. He also shares what he learned about the classic disaster film from talking to his friends, Robert Wagner and Faye Dunaway.By Kelsy Norman

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Jesus Therapy: Life Lessons For A Crazy World - Episode One 16:44

12M ago16:44

16:44

As a hospice chaplain, our host Tom McQueen, has listened to the dying wisdom of patients and stories of their faith journeys. As part of an ongoing series, join us for episode one of Jesus Therapy: Life Lessons For A Crazy World and discover valuable insights that you can apply in your life, your family, and your career.…

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Episode 91 - The Towering Inferno 1:06:28

12M ago1:06:28

1:06:28

Carlena Gower, Angela Allbright in The Towering Inferno, joins me to reveal what it was like working with Steve McQueen and Paul Newman, to talk about being on the set of the greatest disaster movie ever, and to discuss her life and career after the film.By Kelsy Norman

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How To Survive A Toxic Boss 17:07

1y ago17:07

17:07

One of the most popular requests for topics sent to the Wisdom for a Crazy World podcast is for our host, Chaplain Tom McQueen , to address the subject of toxic leadership in the American workplace. In this episode, Chaplain Tom outlines the characteristics and behaviors of toxic leaders and what can be done to survive them. Don't miss this episode…

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14 Actions To Make The World A Better Place 15:37

1y ago15:37

15:37

Our host, Chaplain Tom McQueen, talks about mercy and the actions we can all take to promote hope and healing in our families, communities, and the world today. Don't miss this episode!

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God's Independence Day 15:48

1y ago15:48

15:48

July 4th is a fun time to celebrate baseball, barbecues, family get-together's and picnics. But what should we really remember about Independence Day and how should the celebration of our freedom call us to be genuine servant hearts in our communities today? Join our host, Chaplain Tom McQueen for another inspirational episode of Wisdom for a Crazy…

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Episode 90 - Blobfest 2023 57:12

1y ago57:12

57:12

It's that time of year again, when movie fans congregate at The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania to celebrate Steve McQueen’s 1958 classic sci-fi monster movie, The Blob. Chuck Francisco, aka Dash Daring, joins me on this episode of Speeding Bullitt to discuss this year’s Blobfest programming.…

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"Where Will I Go When I Die?" 17:34

1y ago17:34

17:34

Three questions that hospice chaplains most often here are: 1) Where will I go when I die? 2) Is there really a Heaven? and from family members of the dying, 3) What do I need to do to get to Heaven? In this episode, Chaplain Tom McQueen shares the wisdom he acquired from dying children at a group session in Buffalo, New York.…

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Father's Day! The Vocation for Every Man 16:35

1y ago16:35

16:35

In Matthew 9:36 we read, "Seeing the crowds, He felt compassion for them, because they were distressed and downcast, like sheep without a shepherd." While fathers celebrate Father's Day with their children, let us see our vocations in the broader sense of being a spiritual father and shepherd to anyone who is searching for help, hope, encouragement…

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Episode 89 - Dustin Hoffman and The Graduate 1:12:07

1y ago1:12:07

1:12:07

After seeing The Graduate in 1968, Steve McQueen couldn’t believe Dustin Hoffman was going to be a movie star. Five years later, they starred in Papillon together. Beverly Gray, author of 2017’s Seduced by Mrs. Robinson: How The Graduate Became the Touchstone of a Generation, joins me to discuss Dustin Hoffman and The Graduate.…

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Episode 88 - Cinema Behind Bars 1:00:01

1y ago1:00:01

1:00:01

Kevin Kehrwald, author of the book Prison Movies: Cinema Behind Bars, and a professor in the English department at Frostburg State University, where he founded the Film Studies program, joins me to discuss the history of prison movies; exploring films and actors from all decades, including movies about women in prison and prison comedies.…

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Episode 87 - Life on a Prison Island 49:02

1y ago49:02

49:02

Caroline Delbert, freelance writer and reporter, and contributing editor at Popular Mechanics, discusses her recent article, Forced Exile: The World’s Dubious History of Prison Islands, as we explore the history of life on various prison islands, like Devil's Island from the Steve McQueen film, Papillon.…

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Episode 86 - Papillon 1:02:46

1y ago1:02:46

1:02:46

Writer and Steve McQueen expert Marshall Terrill joins me to discuss McQueen’s life after The Getaway, a conversation that includes some never before shared information about Steve’s relationship with Ali MacGraw and a cast member of The Reivers. We explore McQueen and Dustin Hoffman’s relationship on the set of Papillon, the film’s connection to T…

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Episode 85 - The Getaway, 1994 1:14:01

1+ y ago1:14:01

1:14:01

Author, actor, and co-host of the Saturday Night Movie Sleepovers podcast Dion Baia joins me to discuss the 1994 remake of 1972's The Getaway. We talk about the performances of several actors in the 1994 version of the film and compare them to their counterparts in the original version. We take a look at where the cast of the 90s film are now, and …

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Episode 84 - The Magnificent Seven, 2016 41:21

1+ y ago41:21

41:21

Daniel Epler from The Cobwebs Podcast joins me to compare Antoine Fuqua’s version of The Magnificent Seven to John Sturges’ 1960 classic remake of Akira Kurosawa's 1954 Japanese film, Seven Samurai. We discuss the film's diverse cast of characters, talk about what we like better about the 2016 iteration of the movie, and we speculate on future vers…

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Episode 83 - Wanted: Dead or Alive, the Movie 49:02

1+ y ago49:02

49:02

In the first episode of a series that explores remade and reimagined Steve McQueen projects, Will from the Exploding Helicopter podcast and website joins me to discuss 1987's reimagined Wanted: Dead or Alive, a film that attempts to connect to Steve McQueen’s Western TV show of the same name.By Kelsy Norman

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Episode 82 - Steve McQueen's Record Collection 53:01

1+ y ago53:01

53:01

Drummer and Jazz historian Steven Cerra joins me to explore Steve McQueen’s record collection, as seen in LIFE photographer John Dominis’ 1963 photograph of the “King of Cool” listening to Jazz records in his Palm Springs bungalow.By Kelsy Norman

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Episode 81 - Spencer Tracy 36:43

1+ y ago36:43

36:43

James Curtis, author of Spencer Tracy: A Biography, joins me to discuss the life and films of one of Steve McQueen’s favourite actors, Spencer Tracy.By Kelsy Norman

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Episode 80 - Hardboiled Jim Thompson 50:37

1+ y ago50:37

50:37

Georgetown University professor Dr. Susanna Lee, author of Hard-Boiled Crime Fiction and the Decline of Moral Authority and Detectives In the Shadows: A Hard-Boiled History, joins me to discuss the hardboiled crime fiction of Jim Thompson, including his 1958 novel turned Steve McQueen movie, The Getaway.…

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Episode 60 - Bruce Buffer Remembers Steve McQueen REVISITED 46:18

1+ y ago46:18

46:18

As we say goodbye to 2022, and welcome in 2023, I share with you the most listened to/downloaded episode of Speeding Bullitt of the past year, with a new intro providing insightful background information about the podcast. Bruce Buffer, the official octagon announcer for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), shares stories about surfing, martia…

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Episode 79 - How to Rob a Bank 57:59

1+ y ago57:59

57:59

Steve McQueen robbed banks in The Great St. Louis Bank Robbery, The Thomas Crown Affair, and The Getaway; Clay Tumey robbed banks in real life. Clay joins me to discuss what led to him robbing banks, to talk about how prison changed him, and he shares his thoughts on Hollywood depictions of heists and bank robberies.…

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Episode 78 - The Getaway 1:07:32

1+ y ago1:07:32

1:07:32

Writer and Steve McQueen expert Marshall Terrill joins me to provide an update on the books he’s been writing, to talk about fact and fiction in Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis, and to discuss Steve McQueen’s Junior Bonner and The Getaway.By Kelsy Norman

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Episode 77 - Cinema Speculation 1:00:46

1+ y ago1:00:46

1:00:46

Acclaimed director Quentin Tarantino has released his nonfiction film theory book, Cinema Speculation, which includes chapters on Bullitt and The Getaway. On this episode of Speeding Bullitt, McQueen expert Marshall Terrill and I unpack the McQueen content of the book, as well as discuss the latest Steven Spielberg Frank Bullitt news.…

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Episode 76 - Girl on the Run 50:01

1+ y ago50:01

50:01

It’s Noirvember, and on this episode of Speeding Bullitt, Daniel Epler from The Cobwebs Podcast joins me to explore Steve McQueen’s very first appearance on film in the ultra low budget film noir, 1953’s Girl on the Run. During the second half of the episode listeners share their thoughts on Steve McQueen.…

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Episode 75 - Man from the South 1:33:29

1+ y ago1:33:29

1:33:29

Novelist, actor, and co-host of the Saturday Night Movie Sleepovers podcast, Dion Baia, joins me to discuss Steve McQueen's two episodes of Alfred Hitchcock Presents, Human Interest Story from 1959 and Man from the South from 1960.By Kelsy Norman

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Episode 74 - Songs in the Key of McQueen 37:20

2y ago37:20

37:20

Musicians have been singing about Steve McQueen for over 50 years, including singer-songwriter Patterson Hood, co-founder of the Drive-By Truckers. Patterson joins me to talk about his song, Steve McQueen, and to explore the origins of his fascination with "The King of Cool".By Kelsy Norman

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Episode 73 - Rodeo Roundup 1:02:39

2y ago1:02:39

1:02:39

Novelist and co-host of the Six-Gun Justice Western pop culture podcast, Paul Bishop, discusses Junior Bonner and explores the history of rodeo books, TV shows, and films. Matthew Asprey Gear, writer, educator, and film historian follows Paul to dive into the life and career of the woman who plays McQueen’s mother in Junior Bonner, Ida Lupino.…

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