Hollywood: The Many Stories of its Name

There are many competing theories on exactly how Hollywood, California got its name. Is it possible that the most ridiculous-sounding story is also the most credible? In this episode, we go to “Tinseltown” and explore its history – including the theories behind how it was named. Then we issue the “Quick Quiz” to Actor, Screenwriter and Executive Producer, Michael Hitchcock.

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The iconic “Hollywood Sign” – first erected in 1923

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The Hollywood Sign in its original form, reading “HOLLYWOODLAND.”

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The Wilcox Advertisement for the original plot of land – the first advertised use of the name “Hollywood.”

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The adobe house that was the only dwelling in the area that is now Hollywood, CA.


H.J. Whitley’s 1886 Journal entry describing his run-in with the man who would inadvertently name Hollywood.


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