In this episode, Ruth and Elliot Handler are gone, and the new Mattel team, led by a man who feared the volatility of the toy business, diversified the company and made a big gamble on electronics. It didn’t work. Fortunately, Barbie ends up in the sure hands of some trailblazing women executives, who could see that the culture was moving in a direction very compatible with Barbie’s persona. From the workforce to the workout, Barbie was a doll of her times. This podcast is supported by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. From LAist Studios, “LA Made: The Barbie Tapes".  Listen now at https://laist.com/podcasts/la-made  

In this episode, Ruth and Elliot Handler are gone, and the new Mattel team, led by a man who feared the volatility of the toy business, diversified the company and made a big gamble on electronics. It didn’t work. Fortunately, Barbie ends up in the sure hands of some trailblazing women executives, who could see that the culture was moving in a direction very compatible with Barbie’s persona. From the workforce to the workout, Barbie was a doll of her times. This podcast is supported by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. From LAist Studios, “LA Made: The Barbie Tapes".  Listen now at <a href="https://laist.com/podcasts/la-made" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://laist.com/podcasts/la-made</a>

LA Made: The Barbie Tapes: When Girls--And Barbie--Could Do Anything

In episode two of LA Made: The Barbie Tapes, for Barbie, the cultural upheaval of the 60s and 70s incites one identity crisis after another as Mattel tries to keep up with the times. On top of that, she has a new boyfriend to deal with. Ken's creation is a big hit for Barbie fans, but he’s facing a few growing pains of his own. In this episode, we investigate Ken's origin story, delve into the inner workings of Mattel, and hear how Barbie's inventor, Ruth Handler, was ousted from her own company. This podcast is supported by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. From LAist Studios, “LA Made: The Barbie Tapes".  Listen now at https://laist.com/podcasts/la-made  

In episode two of LA Made: The Barbie Tapes, for Barbie, the cultural upheaval of the 60s and 70s incites one identity crisis after another as Mattel tries to keep up with the times. On top of that, she has a new boyfriend to deal with. Ken's creation is a big hit for Barbie fans, but he’s facing a few growing pains of his own. In this episode, we investigate Ken's origin story, delve into the inner workings of Mattel, and hear how Barbie's inventor, Ruth Handler, was ousted from her own company. This podcast is supported by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. From LAist Studios, “LA Made: The Barbie Tapes".  Listen now at <a href="https://laist.com/podcasts/la-made" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://laist.com/podcasts/la-made</a>

LA Made: The Barbie Tapes from LAist Studios - Battle of the Bulge

Season 2 of “LA Made” tells the true story of the making and marketing of the most famous doll in the world, Barbie, told by the people who did it. We’ll hear from Mattel co-founder Ruth Handler, who spent years trying to convince her own company to make a teen aged fashion doll. From LAist Studios, “LA Made: The Barbie Tapes".  Listen now at https://laist.com/podcasts/la-made  

Season 2 of “LA Made” tells the true story of the making and marketing of the most famous doll in the world, Barbie, told by the people who did it. We’ll hear from Mattel co-founder Ruth Handler, who spent years trying to convince her own company to make a teen aged fashion doll. From LAist Studios, “LA Made: The Barbie Tapes".  Listen now at <a href="https://laist.com/podcasts/la-made" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://laist.com/podcasts/la-made</a>

Introducing LA Made: The Barbie Tapes from LAist Studios

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Part two of John’s discussion with Tom Hanks reflecting on the podcast Dead Eyes and lessons he’s learned on set and in the audition room over the years. Plus, a special message from John. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

Part two of John’s discussion with Tom Hanks reflecting on the podcast Dead Eyes and lessons he’s learned on set and in the audition room over the years. Plus, a special message from John. Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://LAist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

Tom Hanks, the Sequel - and Farewell, John Horn!

Susan Downey

Producer Susan Downey on creating worlds, the importance of freshness, and her creative relationship with Robert Downey Jr, partner/husband. Also, writer Brigitte Muñoz-Liebowitz talks about the strike and the cancellation of Gordita Chronicles. Plus, TV recommendations from John. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

Producer Susan Downey on creating worlds, the importance of freshness, and her creative relationship with Robert Downey Jr, partner/husband. Also, writer Brigitte Muñoz-Liebowitz talks about the strike and the cancellation of Gordita Chronicles. Plus, TV recommendations from John. Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://LAist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

Building Worlds with Susan Downey

A new documentary series Iconic America explores the history of the Hollywood sign, the idea of “Hollywood” in American culture, and our deep affection for a very complicated place. Plus, John’s recommendations of great Hollywood movies. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

A new documentary series Iconic America explores the history of the Hollywood sign, the idea of “Hollywood” in American culture, and our deep affection for a very complicated place. Plus, John’s recommendations of great Hollywood movies. Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://LAist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

The Hollywood Sign “It's a dream. It's a notion. It's a hope.”

As the finale approaches, a deep dive with Succession actor Jeremy Strong on acting - his philosophy on the craft, impactful lessons, and how he doesn’t like to over-rehearse. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

As the finale approaches, a deep dive with Succession actor Jeremy Strong on acting - his philosophy on the craft, impactful lessons, and how he doesn’t like to over-rehearse. Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://LAist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

Succession’s Jeremy Strong on acting & “lightning strike moments”

Nicole Holofcener

Chris Keyser, co-chair of the WGA’s negotiating committee, calls out the protests of pauperism from film and TV studios. And “You Hurt My Feelings” writer/director Nicole Holofcener talks about receiving criticism — good and bad — of your work, and going with your gut when deciding how to trim a film. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

Chris Keyser, co-chair of the WGA’s negotiating committee, calls out the protests of pauperism from film and TV studios. And “You Hurt My Feelings” writer/director Nicole Holofcener talks about receiving criticism — good and bad — of your work, and going with your gut when deciding how to trim a film. Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://LAist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

What’s it like to be at the WGA negotiating table? Plus, filmmaker Nicole Holofcener on “You Hurt My Feelings.”

Betty Gilpin

Betty Gilpin (“GLOW,” “The Hunt”) on fighting an A.I. enemy in her new show “Mrs. Davis.” And Vox’s Alissa Wilkinson explains why A.I. may be the most important issue in the writers’ strike. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

Betty Gilpin (“GLOW,” “The Hunt”) on fighting an A.I. enemy in her new show “Mrs. Davis.” And Vox’s Alissa Wilkinson explains why A.I. may be the most important issue in the writers’ strike. Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://LAist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

Fighting A.I. in fiction and in real life: ‘Mrs. Davis’’s Betty Gilpin, and the threat to writers

Emma Thompson

Why striking screenwriters are mad as hell: Adam Conover and voices from the picket lines. And Emma Thompson on her new film What’s Love Got to Do With It and her thoughts on Hollywood endings, the value of story, and the evolution of roles for women. Is the strike affecting you? Share your story here. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

Why striking screenwriters are mad as hell: Adam Conover and voices from the picket lines. And Emma Thompson on her new film What’s Love Got to Do With It and her thoughts on Hollywood endings, the value of story, and the evolution of roles for women. Is the strike affecting you? Share your story <a href="https://kpcclaist.typeform.com/to/ebFFoIYb#campaign=retake" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://LAist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

Emma Thompson, plus are screenwriting gigs today “uber for content?”

“Retake with John Horn”, a new podcast from LAist Studios, asks the question: do the stories that Hollywood tells about itself really reflect what's going on? Each week, host John Horn offers a critical, informed perspective not only on what’s happening in entertainment but also highlighting innovative artists and their creative content.

All the updates on the WGA strike. Is the strike affecting you? Share your story here. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

All the updates on the WGA strike. Is the strike affecting you? Share your story <a href="https://kpcclaist.typeform.com/to/ebFFoIYb#campaign=retake" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://LAist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

BONUS: The Writers Guild Launches a Strike

Direct from Cinemacon, John reports on the gradual recovery of the movie theater business. And Oscar-winning documentarian Chai Vasarhelyi, and Kris Tompkins, conservationist and former CEO of Patagonia, discuss their new film Wild Life. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

Direct from Cinemacon, John reports on the gradual recovery of the movie theater business. And Oscar-winning documentarian Chai Vasarhelyi, and Kris Tompkins, conservationist and former CEO of Patagonia, discuss their new film Wild Life. Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://LAist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

Can the movie theater business model survive? Plus protecting Wild Life in South America.

Author Cheryl Strayed and showrunner Liz Tigelaar on the new Hulu series Tiny Beautiful Things. And as Hollywood faces a looming Writers Guild strike, a production slow down has already begun. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

Author Cheryl Strayed and showrunner Liz Tigelaar on the new Hulu series Tiny Beautiful Things. And as Hollywood faces a looming Writers Guild strike, a production slow down has already begun. Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://LAist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

Cheryl Strayed on learning hard lessons, plus “it may get really rough”- the impact of a possible writers’ strike

Sex on the screen: You Must Remember This podcast host Karina Longworth on her latest season, Erotic 90s, plus actor/filmmaker Zoe Lister-Jones on her new streaming series Slip and a cosmic form of transportation: orgasms. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

Sex on the screen: You Must Remember This podcast host Karina Longworth on her latest season, Erotic 90s, plus actor/filmmaker Zoe Lister-Jones on her new streaming series Slip and a cosmic form of transportation: orgasms. Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://LAist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

Sex and Hollywood: ‘Erotic 90s’ & Zoe Lister-Jones

Creators Ariela Barer and Daniel Goldhaber on their new film about eco-terrorism How to Blow Up A Pipeline. And how a potential Oscars rule change meant to boost movie-going could impact the smallest distributors. Plus, a trip to Desert X. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

Creators Ariela Barer and Daniel Goldhaber on their new film about eco-terrorism How to Blow Up A Pipeline. And how a potential Oscars rule change meant to boost movie-going could impact the smallest distributors. Plus, a trip to Desert X. Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://LAist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

How to Blow Up a Pipeline: a new movie asks if this sort of rebellion might be necessary

Judd Apatow

Kyra Sedgwick

Sedgwick on directing her new film, the challenges of getting financing, and the rewards of making a movie that serves a greater good. Apatow warns the bleak future of writers if things don’t change and doing work that makes him feel inspired. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

Sedgwick on directing her new film, the challenges of getting financing, and the rewards of making a movie that serves a greater good. Apatow warns the bleak future of writers if things don’t change and doing work that makes him feel inspired. Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://LAist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

Judd Apatow as Possible WGA Strike Looms: ‘It’s Moving in the Worst Possible Direction,’ plus Kyra Sedgwick

Tom Hanks talks about being a “covid canary in a coal mine”, why predicting a movie’s success can give you an ulcer, and how listening to radio as a kid helped him tell stories today. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

Tom Hanks talks about being a “covid canary in a coal mine”, why predicting a movie’s success can give you an ulcer, and how listening to radio as a kid helped him tell stories today. Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://LAist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

Tom Hanks talks Covid, ‘Elvis,’ puzzles and public radio

Willem Dafoe

“Everything, Everywhere” won nearly everything, everywhere at the Oscars. Will it be a teachable moment for Hollywood? Plus, actor Willem Dafoe on his new film “Inside.” Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

“Everything, Everywhere” won nearly everything, everywhere at the Oscars. Will it be a teachable moment for Hollywood? Plus, actor Willem Dafoe on his new film “Inside.” Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://LAist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

The Oscars teachable moment, plus Willem Dafoe

New York Times awards season columnist Kyle Buchanan and I give you all our tips and predictions ahead of Sunday’s Academy Awards. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

New York Times awards season columnist Kyle Buchanan and I give you all our tips and predictions ahead of Sunday’s Academy Awards. Support Retake by donating now at <a href="http://laist.com/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LAist.com/join</a>

Listen before filling out your Oscar ballot!

In this episode: With the Academy Awards just a little more than a week away -  we’re again bringing you conversations with some leading Oscar nominees… Later in the show, you’ll hear from Luis Moreno Ocampo, a lawyer at the center of the true story behind ARGENTINA 1985, nominated for best international feature film.

In this episode: With the Academy Awards just a little more than a week away -  we’re again bringing you conversations with some leading Oscar nominees… Later in the show, you’ll hear from Luis Moreno Ocampo, a lawyer at the center of the true story behind ARGENTINA 1985, nominated for best international feature film.

The composer of ‘Babylon’ and the subject of ‘Argentina, 1985’

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“Retake with John Horn”, a new podcast from LAist Studios, asks the question: do the stories that Hollywood tells about itself really reflect what's going on? Each week, host John Horn offers a critical, informed perspective not only on what’s happening in entertainment but also highlighting innovative artists and their creative content.

Retake with John Horn

The glitzy film festival has no insurance coverage to cover a cancellation; "Never Rarely Sometimes Always" is a timely film about access to abortion; The Moth en español.

Will Cannes Survive The Virus?

Hillary Clinton on why she agreed to go deep with for a new doc; H.G. Wells reimagined as a metaphor for abuse; actor Steve Coogan uses comedy to highlight extreme gaps in wealth around the world.

Weekend: Hillary opens up in new doc; an 'Invisible Man' for the #MeToo era; 'Greed' satirizes income inequality and more

Filmmaker Benh Zeitlin returns to directing for the first time since "Beasts of the Southern Wild" with "Wendy"; Dr. Shari Fink, executive producer of "Pandemic: How to Prevent an Outbreak"; Gabriel Roth, the man behind The Daptone Sound.

A New Look At Neverland With A Focus On 'Wendy'

Julia Louis-Dreyfus

Why Julia Louis-Dreyfus wanted to produce and co-star in "Downhill"; a guide to South Korean films now that "Parasite" has captured your imagination; "What The Constitution Means To Me" makes you think ; "Don't F--- With Cats" is true crime with a message....about true crime.

Weekend: Julia Louis-Dreyfus, 'Don't F--- With Cats', Korean Cinema deep dive and more

The filmmakers of the HBO docu-series talk about how the game was rigged without the knowledge of McDonald's; still no verdict in Weinstein trial; Robbie Robertson on the new documentary about The Band, "Once Were Brothers."

The Con Behind 'McMillions'

The violent satire 'The Hunt' finally comes to theaters; 'Pandemic' docuseries in production years before COVID-19; and how loss of Dan Scanlon's dad inspired Pixar's 'Onward' and more...

Weekend: The Truth of 'The Hunt'; 'Pandemic': the Netflix Series; 'Onward' filmmaker; The Moth Gets Bilingual and more

Harvey Weinstein was sentenced to 23 years in prison today, and the Coachella Music Festival is being postponed from April to October. John talks with reporters from Variety to dissect both stories.

Weinstein Down; Coachella Out

Hillary Clinton

The four-part Hulu series includes the former First Lady and Secretary of State talking about the Democratic primaries and the presidential election; the coronavirus could be a disaster for the movie industry, but a boon for streaming services.

Hillary Clinton Documentary Arrives In Peak Election Season

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