The 007 Files

Frieda Toth has extensively researched the life and times of Ian Fleming and the literary James Bond. She talks to Bill Koenig, one of the co-hosts of The 007 Files about Fleming's complicated life, how Fleming's Bond is different than the Eon films, and her views about the Eon Bond actors. Recorded in the United States on 26 October 2024 You can find us at: Frieda Toth https://x.com/3octaves   Bill Koenig https://hmssweblog.wordpress.com/

What’s it really like to stay at Goldeneye, the secluded Jamaican estate where Ian Fleming dreamed up James Bond? In this episode, I chat with Darryl Marsch, a lucky guest who’s experienced the magic of Goldeneye twice. From strolling along the same beaches Fleming wandered to visiting the villa where Casino Royale was born, Darryl’s stories bring Goldeneye to life in vivid detail. Join us as we explore the tropical escape where Bond’s legacy began. Buckle up—it’s as close as you can get to living like Bond. Recorded on 17 July 2024 in Spain and USA Where to find us Darryl Marsch https://www.instagram.com/darrylrmarsch/ David Leigh https://www.thejamesbonddossier.com/

In Part 2 of our deep dive into Licence to Kill, Javi Trujillo, Bill Koenig, and David Leigh continue the conversation with guest Eoghan Lyng. This time around they first focus the spotlight on the Fleming material used in the film. They then ponder how much the drug angle alienated audiences and discuss whether we can learn anything about Bond 26 from the six-year hiatus that followed Dalton's second outing as Bond. Recorded on 28 June 2024 in the United States, Spain and Ireland. You can find us at: Eoghan Lyng https://x.com/EoghanLyng Javi Trujillo https://x.com/javiTru Bill Koenig https://hmssweblog.wordpress.com/ David Leigh https://www.thejamesbonddossier.com/

In this first part of our deep dive into Licence to Kill, Javi Trujillo leads the discussion with co-hosts Bill Koenig and David Leigh, along with special guest Eoghan Lyng. We kick things off by sharing our personal experiences of seeing Licence to Kill for the first time and reflecting on our initial reactions to Timothy Dalton’s darker, grittier take on Bond. As we revisit our first impressions, we explore how the film's unique tone and departure from the traditional Bond formula impacted our views over time. From Bond’s quest for vengeance to the film’s raw action sequences, we begin to unpack why Licence to Kill remains one of the franchise’s most divisive entries. Join us for an engaging conversation as we relive our first encounters with this bold chapter in 007’s history, setting the stage for more analysis in Part 2. Recorded on 28 June 2024 in the United States, Spain and Ireland. You can find us at: Eoghan Lyng https://x.com/EoghanLyng Javi Trujillo https://x.com/javiTru Bill Koenig https://hmssweblog.wordpress.com/ David Leigh https://www.thejamesbonddossier.com/