In the finalé episode of our first season of 2025, Big Conversations, Little Bar, hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence welcome back Hollywood insider Sue Cameron for a second engaging appearance. From their seat in the coveted corner booth at Skip Paige’s Little Bar, they dive into the unpredictable world of Hollywood tales. Sue, who grew up amid the excitement of Old Hollywood, shares anecdotes from her time as a respected journalist and how she earned the trust of many legendary stars. Bringing a wealth of experience and untold stories—from Mickey Cohen to modern Hollywood scandals—Sue also discloses intriguing insights about the Oscar drama and industry transformations, such as the Amazon acquisition of the Bond franchise. Be prepared for an episode filled with fascinating stories, laughter, and an insider's view of both historical and recent Hollywood events. This podcast is presented by the McCallum Theatre.

Takeaways:

• Sue Cameron returns as a guest, delighting the hosts with captivating Hollywood tales.

• Old Hollywood's insight: building trust with stars made all the difference in Cameron’s journalism career.

• Cameron discusses confronting sexism and perceptions of women in entertainment across different eras.

• Sue shares firsthand stories about icons like Joan Rivers and provides insights into her complex career struggles.

• The Bond franchise's transition from the Broccoli family to Amazon causes industry stir and speculation.

• Analyzing the use of publicists and media amid the Blake Lively and Jason Baldoni scandal.

• Cameron highlights how unchecked lifestyles thrived in record industries compared to movie sectors.

• A wry yet poignant closure with Cameron’s witty storytelling as she discusses past interviews and Hollywood's nature.

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