It’s one of the wildest scandals in Hollywood history: In 1951, major Hollywood producer Walter Wanger (Jon Hamm) went to prison for shooting an agent who he suspected was having an affair with Joan Bennett (Zooey Deschanel), Wanger’s actress wife. When the dust settled, Wanger was accepted back into Hollywood’s inner circle with open arms, while a puritan panic virtually ended Bennett’s career in movies and her family would never be the same. How did Joan — the youngest member of one of America’s most famous acting families, and one of the key femme fatales of 1940s film noir — end up a real-life fallen woman, paying a public price for her husband’s crimes? In this limited podcast series, Joan and Walter’s granddaughter/filmmaker Vanessa Hope, and film historian/podcaster Karina Longworth (You Must Remember This), tell the untold story of the Bennett/Wanger romance and professional partnership — a film noir played out in real life.

Denzel Washington’s unwavering faith has been a cornerstone of both his personal journey and professional choices. His commitment to spirituality influences the roles he selects, the messages he conveys through storytelling, and his dedication to philanthropy. From his public expressions of faith to his efforts in mentorship and charity, Washington exemplifies a life driven by purpose and service. This article explores how his Christian beliefs have shaped his career, making him not only a Hollywood legend but also an inspiration to those seeking to balance faith and success.