Episode 81 - Spencer Tracy

FromSpeeding Bullitt: The Life and Films of Steve McQueen

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Episode 81 - Spencer Tracy

FromSpeeding Bullitt: The Life and Films of Steve McQueen

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Feb 2, 2023

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James Curtis, author of Spencer Tracy: A Biography, joins me to discuss the life and films of one of Steve McQueen’s favourite actors, Spencer Tracy.

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Feb 2, 2023

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Speeding Bullit: The Life and Films of Steve McQueen is a podcast that takes an in-depth look at the life and films of Hollywood icon Steve McQueen. The podcast was created and is written, produced, and hosted by Kelsy Norman. Episodes include conversations with writers, actors, and directors, as well as detailed reviews of the actor’s movies and TV appearances.

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Episode 81 - Spencer Tracy

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