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What happens when Cissy from Family Affair and Tabitha from Bewitched team up with John Cato to swap Hollywood secrets? Pure classic television magic on That's Classic Throwback Thursday!
In this incredibly special episode of That's Classic, host John Cato is joined by legendary guest co-host, Erin Murphy (Bewitched) for an unforgettable, deep-dive interview with the wonderful Kathy Garver (Family Affair).
Kathy opens up like never before, sharing the hilarious behind-the-scenes chaos of her green-haired audition, what the iconic Brian Keith was truly like behind his macho Marine exterior, and the heartbreaking reality behind the tragic passing of her young co-star, Anissa Jones (Buffy).
But the nostalgia doesn’t stop there! The duo dives into a goldmine of 1960s pop-culture history, including stories about Cecil B. DeMille on the set of The Ten Commandments, the late Dawn Wells (Gilligan's Island), a hilarious run-in with James Arness on the Gunsmoke lot, and what it was like visiting the original Star Trek set during the golden age of television.
If you love the golden era of TV, Hollywood trivia, and heartwarming nostalgia, this is an episode you cannot miss!
Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.
0:00 – Introduction/regarding Johnny Whitaker
1:46 – The tragic truth behind Anissa Jones’ early passing
3:22 – John welcomes Kathy Garver (Family Affair) & guest co-host Erin Murphy (Bewitched)
4:04 – Kathy’s chaotic audition story
5:45 – "Your hair is turning green!" Breaking the ice with the producer of Family Affair
6:14 – The Family Affair roles originally offered to Glenn Ford and Terry-Thomas
7:16 – Max Factor transformations and the "Alice in Wonderland" wig disaster
8:51 – Erin Murphy on Kathy being the "perfect big sister" she always wanted
9:38 – Meeting for the first time at the Michael Landon Celebrity Tennis Tournament (1987)
10:34 – Spiderman connection: Voicing Firestar alongside Dan Gilvezan
11:57 – Secret history of the Hollywood Museum (The old Max Factor building)
14:11 – What Family Affair patriarch Brian Keith was really like behind his macho image
17:24 – The personal tragedies and triumphs Brian Keith faced during production
19:07 – The "Federson Method": How My Three Sons creator revolutionized TV star contracts
21:57 – Photographic memories and having a 145 IQ on a fast-paced Hollywood set
23:31 – Clint Howard, Kim Karath, and other legendary child actors who guest-starred
24:44 – How Real Housewives star Kathy Richards (Hilton) intersects with classic TV lore
27:10 – Erin brings out a rare 1968 Academy Players Directory (featuring Annette Funicello & Terry Garr)
31:50 – The heavy toll of merchandising: Forcing a 14-year-old to carry a Mrs. Beasley doll
40:26 – Meeting "God" on set: Kathy’s terrifying and wonderful encounter with Cecil B. DeMille
43:53 – A touching tribute to the late Dawn Wells (Gilligan’s Island) and her final years
52:12 – The hilarious moment Kathy's dog peed on Gunsmoke legend James Arness
55:17 – Visiting the original Star Trek set and the culture shock of 15-minute panning shots
56:46 – The 1966 color transition: Elizabeth Montgomery's historic Bewitched intro line
What happens when Cissy from Family Affair and Tabitha from Bewitched team up with John Cato to swap Hollywood secrets? Pure classic television magic on That's Classic Throwback Thursday!
In this incredibly special episode of That's Classic, host John Cato is joined by legendary guest co-host, Erin Murphy (Bewitched) for an unforgettable, deep-dive interview with the wonderful Kathy Garver (Family Affair).
Kathy opens up like never before, sharing the hilarious behind-the-scenes chaos of her green-haired audition, what the iconic Brian Keith was truly like behind his macho Marine exterior, and the heartbreaking reality behind the tragic passing of her young co-star, Anissa Jones (Buffy).
But the nostalgia doesn’t stop there! The duo dives into a goldmine of 1960s pop-culture history, including stories about Cecil B. DeMille on the set of The Ten Commandments, the late Dawn Wells (Gilligan's Island), a hilarious run-in with James Arness on the Gunsmoke lot, and what it was like visiting the original Star Trek set during the golden age of television.
If you love the golden era of TV, Hollywood trivia, and heartwarming nostalgia, this is an episode you cannot miss!
Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.
0:00 – Introduction/regarding Johnny Whitaker
1:46 – The tragic truth behind Anissa Jones’ early passing
3:22 – John welcomes Kathy Garver (Family Affair) & guest co-host Erin Murphy (Bewitched)
4:04 – Kathy’s chaotic audition story
5:45 – "Your hair is turning green!" Breaking the ice with the producer of Family Affair
6:14 – The Family Affair roles originally offered to Glenn Ford and Terry-Thomas
7:16 – Max Factor transformations and the "Alice in Wonderland" wig disaster
8:51 – Erin Murphy on Kathy being the "perfect big sister" she always wanted
9:38 – Meeting for the first time at the Michael Landon Celebrity Tennis Tournament (1987)
10:34 – Spiderman connection: Voicing Firestar alongside Dan Gilvezan
11:57 – Secret history of the Hollywood Museum (The old Max Factor building)
14:11 – What Family Affair patriarch Brian Keith was really like behind his macho image
17:24 – The personal tragedies and triumphs Brian Keith faced during production
19:07 – The "Federson Method": How My Three Sons creator revolutionized TV star contracts
21:57 – Photographic memories and having a 145 IQ on a fast-paced Hollywood set
23:31 – Clint Howard, Kim Karath, and other legendary child actors who guest-starred
24:44 – How Real Housewives star Kathy Richards (Hilton) intersects with classic TV lore
27:10 – Erin brings out a rare 1968 Academy Players Directory (featuring Annette Funicello & Terry Garr)
31:50 – The heavy toll of merchandising: Forcing a 14-year-old to carry a Mrs. Beasley doll
40:26 – Meeting "God" on set: Kathy’s terrifying and wonderful encounter with Cecil B. DeMille
43:53 – A touching tribute to the late Dawn Wells (Gilligan’s Island) and her final years
52:12 – The hilarious moment Kathy's dog peed on Gunsmoke legend James Arness
55:17 – Visiting the original Star Trek set and the culture shock of 15-minute panning shots
56:46 – The 1966 color transition: Elizabeth Montgomery's historic Bewitched intro line