Whatcha Know Joe?
Joe Wallenstein has spend over 50 years in Hollywood working with and mentoring some of the biggest names in the industry. His unique life and sense of humor makes this a podcast like no other.
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Latest Episodes
Ep. 35: Making The Elephant Man: A Producer's Memoir
In this episode, Joe speaks with friend Jonathan Sanger about his producing the Elephant Man. The true story of John (Joseph) Merrick, known as the Elephant Man. This movie has captured the imagination of generations of audiences, critics, acto...
Ep. 34: Born in Brooklyn, baby!
We've all been charmed by Joe's Brooklyn accent, but did you know that a surprising amount of famous people were also born in Brooklyn? In this episode Joe pays homage to his "hometown."
Ep. 33: The Shrink that graced my life and my first job in show business
In this episode Joe pays tribute to Grace a "shrink" who saved his life even after her death. He also discusses his first job in show business at the tender age of 18.This episode contains true stories that some might find objectionable....
Ep. 32: A Conversation with Ted Zachary
Joe reminisces with long time Hollywood friend Ted Zachary about working with Burt Lancaster, Burt Reynolds and Jimmy Cann. Another must listen for Hollywood fans, historians and effecianatos.
Ep. 31: The Brooklyn Dodgers... no wait... The Los Angeles Dodgers!
Joe has had a special connection to the Dodgers almost since the day when they were "dodging" trolley cars in Brooklyn. Did you know that's where the team got their name? It just seems that wherever the Dodgers dodge, Joe ends up there! Or is i...
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