Stories

Read about Native American women warriors who rode with Geronimo, fought at Little Big Horn—Buffalo Calf Road Woman, Lozen, Gouyen—the bravest braves were women.

Humphrey Bogart: Classic Leading Man The Early Years Humphrey Deforest Bogart was born on December 25, 1899, in New York City to Belmont and Maud Bogart. Humphrey had two younger sisters: Frances (Pat) and Catherine…

By Henry C. Parke When I recently ran into the ever-beautiful Dee Wallace, best known as the mother in E.T., I reminded her of a film we had worked on together, briefly. It was in the 1980s,…

Best romantic couples in westerns on INSP. John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara to Sam Elliott and Katharine Ross. Tom Selleck in Last Stand at Saber River, and more.

The Return of the Western: The Current Resurgence By Henry C. Parke Every genre of film and television entertainment rises and falls in popularity – musicals, mysteries, super-heroes, Westerns. Box office numbers tell us at…

Western Stars That’ll Melt Your Heart We can’t stop gushing over these Hollywood hotshots! Not only are they easy on the eyes, but their stories live forever in our hearts.

Cowboy Hats 101: Let’s Take it From the Top! From practical protection on the ranch to an ornate and over-the-top fashion statement, the cowboy hat is a mainstay in Western wear. It isn’t going anywhere—and…

Well, the fact is, nobody ever outdrew Matt Dillon. For years, at the start of every episode of Gunsmoke, Dillon, in the person of James Arness, faced a gunslinger on Dodge’s Main Street – and shot…

By Henry C. Parke Whether you’re a fan of television crime dramas, thrillers, comedies, or Westerns, from the 1950s on, you couldn’t miss stunning, vivacious Ruta Lee. Those sparkling eyes reveal such a crafty intelligence—she…

Tip of the Hat to How Far We’ve Come  While tuning in to your favorite network, you may notice our logo looks slightly different—but don’t fret! The INSP you love isn’t going anywhere. In fact,…

From High School Cut-Up to Hollywood Icon Introduction Clint Eastwood has lived an amazing life filled with adventure, hard work, and purpose. This actor, director, producer, and musical composer has been a cultural icon for…

Tis the Season for Gift Giving! Let’s face it. Finding a fantastic gift for the hard-to-buy-for is an art. That’s why we’ve put together a list of foolproof gifts with a Western flair for every…

You’ll Not See Nothing Like the Mighty Quinn! By Henry C. Parke Yes, Bob Dylan wrote those lyrics about Anthony Quinn, and his portrayal of the Eskimo hero in the 1960 film, The Savage Innocents. And…

And Introducing…Actors’ Debuts By Henry C. Parke It always creates a tingle of anticipation when a movie’s opening credits include, “and introducing…” followed by some unfamiliar name. It can signal the start of a major…

The Family That Grows Together, Stays Together. Over nine seasons and countless specials, the Walton family grew up right in front of our eyes. See where they started and who they became. John Walton, Sr.…

Amanda Blake turned heads and hearts for 19 years as Miss Kitty on Gunsmoke. Learn about her colorful life – and the real woman behind the sassy saloon owner!

Why didn’t Gunsmoke’s Matt Dillon and Miss Kitty ever marry? Or even kiss? Get the scoop from James Arness and others, on the great love that could never be.

Wagon Train’s “The Greenhorn Story”—Tribute to Western Pioneers By Dorothy Kosich The third-season Wagon Train episode “The Greenhorn Story” was prolific screenwriter Jean Holloway’s endearing tribute to the emigrant families who were part of the largest mass…

Fordian Touch Enhances Wagon Train’s “Colter Craven Story” By Dorothy Kosich The nation’s second highest-rated TV series Wagon Train in 1960 is partly based on Director John Ford’s film Wagon Master, featuring character actor Ward Bond as the Mormon…

An American Hero for the Ages People ask me how come you’ve been around so long. Well, it’s through playing the part of Mr. Average Joe American. – Gary Cooper With a face tailor-made for…

Western boomtowns during the 1800s gold rush that became haunted ghost towns: Garnet, Montana; St. Elmo, Colorado; Calico, California, Bodie, California, and more.

Glenn Ford was a favorite leading man during Hollywood’s Golden Age, starring in comedies, dramas, and Western classics. INSP fans adore him – here’s his story.

Tom Selleck – Western Perfectionist By Henry C. Parke Looking back to 1990, when she flew halfway across the globe to co-star with Tom Selleck in the legendary Australian Western Quigley Down Under, Laura San Giacomo…

What do Pierce Brosnan, Timothy Dalton and Daniel Craig have in common—besides playing James Bond? They all appeared in Western movies and shows.

INSP mourns the loss of a tried-and-true cowboy who saddled up and graced our screens in Western classics for over 60 years. On Monday, September 13, 2021, Hollywood and fans alike experienced a heavy heart…

What did John Wayne’s younger leading ladies say about him? Katharine Ross, Jennifer O’Neill and Ann-Margret talk about working with The Duke.

The Tom Selleck Story—his life and career. Magnum P.I to Blue Bloods, Jesse Stone, The Sacketts, Crossfire Trail and more. Outdoorsman, cowboy, Hollywood star.