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Red China's Ballyhooed "Democracy Wall" Was Somewhat Less Than Democratic
by Robert L. Mills
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In 1979, Red China's Democracy Wall was erected, ostensibly, so citizens could voice their complaints. A Bob Hope sketch co-written by the author failed to pass muster with the Ministry of Culture.
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An Unexpected Crop in China's Collective Farmville: Mature Marijuana.
by Robert L. Mills
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On the way to the Great Wall of China to tape a segment for Bob Hope's historic 1979 special, his production crew discovers familiar though unexpected plants growing beside the roadway.
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The Night We Thought Bob Hope Suffered a Heart Attack
by Robert L. Mills
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Preparing to go on stage at the Ohio Theater in Columbus where he was taping a TV special, Bob Hope suddenly noticed his heart was beating wildly. In this five minute audio excerpt, you'll learn why.
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When a TV Writer Came That Close to Being Detained in Red China
by Robert L. Mills
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After spending a month with Bob Hope in China in 1979 to tape a TV special, the author was almost detained by Red Chinese officials for "irregularities" in his travel documents.
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Interview on "TV Confidential"
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In this interview recorded in the Spring of 2009, the hosts of "TV Confidential" interview Bob Mills, author of THE LAUGH MAKERS: A Behind-the-Scenes Tribute to Bob Hope's Incredible Gag Writers.
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America Says Farewell to One of the Greatest Entertainers of the 20th Century
by Robert L. Mills
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Bob Hope died in 2003 at age 100. This excerpt traces the final years of his life when, despite his failing health, honors continued to amass and, indeed, continue in the years since his death.
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Bob Hope's "Mutiny on the Bounty" Sketch Runs Aground
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For a TV special Bob Hope was taping in Tahiti, film director Dino de Laurentis loaned Bob his Bounty "replica" he'd had built for the movie -- with unexpected consequences.
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Foreword by "Laugh-In's" Gary Owens
by Robert L. Mills
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A long-time friend of the author, voice magician Gary Owens offered to read his Foreword to THE LAUGH MAKERS as part of the audio version of the book soon to be available from Bear Manor Media.
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Foreword by "Laugh-In's" Gary Owens
by Robert L. Mills
Price: Audio Download
A long-time friend of the author, voice magician Gary Owens offered to read his Foreword to THE LAUGH MAKERS as part of the audio version of the book soon to be available from Bear Manor Media.
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Death Behind the Bar: When "Cheers" Wasn't So Cheerful
by Robert L. Mills
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After being taped, the character in a sketch Bob Hope played, the Coach on "Cheers," died suddenly. This is how Hope and his production staff responded to the tragedy.
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Why Bob Hope Allied Himself With Well Known Sponsors Throughout His Career
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Bob Hope, new to radio, discovers in a most unusual way, how much impact his fledgling radio show was having on his sponsor's sales --- a lesson he would carry with him the rest of his life.
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The Day Reagan Dropped In --- Literally
by Robert L. Mills
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On the spur of the moment, Bob Hope asked President Ronald Reagan to make a short cameo on a special he was taping before 4,000 GIs at Pope Air Force Base and Ft. Bragg in 1987.
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Bob Hope Uses the Great Wall as a Hollywood Backdrop
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Bob Hope opened his 1979 special from Peking atop the Great Wall cleared of tourists --- singing "We're Off on the Road to China," the most auspicious opening he ever performed on television.
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Bob Hope Salutes the 75th Anniversary of the World Series
by Robert L. Mills
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In 1978, the LA Dodgers were in the World Series which was also celebrating its 75th birthday. Bob Hope honored both events with a 2-hour TV special co-hosted by Danny Kaye.
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Translating Bob Hope's Jokes Into Mandarin and Cantonese For His 1979 Special From Peking
by Robert L. Mills
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Taping a 3-hour special in China in 1979, Bob Hope delivered a monologue to a mixed audience of westerners and Chinese government officials and their staff and used an interpreter for the first time.
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Taping a TV Special Under the Scrutiny of the Chinese Secret Police
by Robert L. Mills
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In 1979, Bob Hope was the first American entertainer allowed to tape a 3-hour TV special in the Peoples Republic of China. The author, a script writer for Hope, was one of 75 cast and crew members.
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Bob Hope Salutes the Military Academies
by Robert L. Mills
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During the period between Vietnam and the war in the Middle East, Bob Hope entertained the U.S. military stateside, including tours of the three military academies: Air Force, West Point & Annapolis.
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Shopping in 1979 China Offered Bargains If You Knew Where to Look
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While in China with the Bob Hope Show to tape the first American television special from the newly-opened-t0-the-west Peoples Republic, the author discovered some interesting items to bring home.
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The War Prayer
by Mark Twain
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FREE DOWNLOAD: Mark Twain's dark commentary on the "unspoken prayers" of worshippers who pray for their soldiers' success in military matters.
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mp3cityguides guide to Amsterdam
by Simon Brooke
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Amsterdam is famous for its liberal attitudes, as our guide to Amsterdam explains, the city also has a fascinating past that has contributed to its unique appearance today.
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One Less Bitter Actor
by Markus Flanagan
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Nothing is more frustrating than talent unrealized, and every actor struggles with bitterness when they aren't working to their full potential. One Less Bitter Actor offers sage advice.
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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
by Mark Twain
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A naughty, dissembling, and disobedient boy's misadventures win him not only forgiveness, but also the hidden treasure, much conspicuous acclaim, and he even gets the girl!
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The Adventures Of Huckleberry Finn
by Mark Twain
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Friendship, honor, and treachery
on the mighty Mississippi.
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The Best of Mark Twain In Person, Volume 2
by Richard Henzel
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Studio recordings of scenes, speeches, and essays from Richard Henzel's celebrated play "Mark Twain In Person," edited, adapted, and arranged from the original texts by Richard Henzel
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LDM Studio News
by Yogi Goddess
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Welcome to the LDM News. These two tracks are feat. in our itunes podcast and campus channels. We are a Mind, Body, and Soul School. We Serve as a Community and Vocational School as well as music.
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