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February 2nd, 2025

Beyond Leave It to Beaver: Stephen Talbot’s Journey Acting and Journalism

  1. Beyond Leave It to Beaver: Stephen Talbot’s Journey Acting and Journalism Jeff Dwoskin 57:26

Stephen Talbot’s career spans decades, beginning as a child actor best known for playing Gilbert on Leave It to Beaver. His journey includes memorable roles on classic shows like The Twilight Zone, Perry Mason, and Lassie, where he worked alongside Hollywood legends such as Rod Serling and Lucille Ball.

Beyond acting, Talbot made a bold transition into journalism and documentary filmmaking, becoming an award-winning producer for Frontline and American Experience. His work has explored politics, history, and social justice, earning multiple Emmys, Peabody Awards, and recognition for investigative storytelling.

Talbot shares insights on growing up in a Hollywood family, why he walked away from acting, and how his passion for journalism led to films like The Movement and the Madman, a documentary exploring the impact of the anti-Vietnam War movement. From behind-the-scenes Hollywood memories to powerful journalistic storytelling, this conversation offers an inspiring look at a career shaped by curiosity and conviction.

Episode Highlights:

  • Working with Rod Serling on The Twilight Zone and meeting Hollywood legends
  • Behind-the-scenes stories from Leave It to Beaver, Lassie, and classic TV shows
  • Transitioning from acting to award-winning investigative journalism
  • The impact of the anti-Vietnam War movement and the making of The Movement and the Madman
  • Reflections on a career in storytelling—both on screen and in the newsroom

 

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I'm a tech entrepreneur, podcaster, and professional stand-up comedian. I started my journey in the tech industry back in 1997 when I founded my own website development company, which was one of the pioneering companies in the country at the time. While working in technology, my comedic talents couldn't be contained, and I eventually took to the stage as a stand-up comedian.

My passion for comedy led me to create Hashtag Roundup (@hashtagroundup on Twitter), a platform that has contributed to over 8000 top 10 USA trends on Twitter. With the growth of social media, particularly Instagram, I founded Stampede Social, a company aimed at helping creators drive traffic to their content without relying solely on a link in their bio.

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