• Part 3: Hearst Conquers Hollywood and Builds a Castle

  • Nov 20 2024
  • Length: 28 mins
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Part 3: Hearst Conquers Hollywood and Builds a Castle

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  • By 1919, William Randolph Hearst had conquered the world of print media, but the ambitious mogul isn't satisfied. As America roars into the 1920s, Hearst sets his sights on a dazzling new frontier—the silver screen. From pioneering newsreels to lavish Hollywood productions, Hearst aims to dominate this revolutionary medium just as he has with newspapers.

    Meanwhile, atop an isolated California hilltop, Hearst begins construction on a monumental castle to house his insatiable appetite for art and antiques. As his empire and real estate holdings expand, complications arise in his personal life as well. Don't miss the next chapter in the saga of America's first media tycoon.

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    Credits:

    Lead Producer: Devin Maverick Robins

    Associate Producer: Meiqian He

    Scriptwriter: Galen Beebe

    Story Editor: Devin Maverick Robins

    Editorial Advisor: John Bredar

    Sound Designer: Jack Pombriant

    Narrator: James Edwards

    Executive Producer: Cameo George
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