Why James Arness was the Essence of Gunsmoke

TVC 543.2: From June 2011: Film and television historian Douglas Brode (Shooting Stars of the Small Screen) joins Ed for a tribute to James Arness and the legacy of Gunsmoke (CBS, 1975-1975). Topics this segment include why Gunsmoke expanded to an hour in 1961 after six seasons as a half-hour show, and why Arness was essential to the success and longevity of the series. Want to advertise/sponsor our show? TV Confidential has partnered with AdvertiseCast to handle advertising/sponsorship requests for the podcast edition of our program. They’re great to work with and will help you advertise on our show. Please email sales@advertisecast.com or click the link below to get started: https://www.advertisecast.com/TVConfidentialAradiotalkshowabout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Om Podcasten

TV CONFIDENTIAL: A radio talk show about television brings you lively conversations every week with the stars, writers, directors and other creative people behind the scenes of some of America's most popular shows. An engaging blend of talk and entertainment, TV Confidential often compares today’s programs with those of the ’50s, ’60s, ’70s and ’80s.