Podcasts about Al Jolson

The breakout hit song from "The Jolson Story" was "Anniversary Song," still popular at weddings and anniversaryy parties today. Here, from Bing's 05 Mar 47 radio show, Bing joins Jolie in a duet of this popular melody. There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

One of the many novelty songs that Al Jolson sang was "Who Paid The Rent For Mrs. Rip Van Winkle When Rip Van Winkla Went Away." Bing Crosby and Al Jolson have fun with this old tune on the 05 Mar 47 broadcast of the Crosby radio show. There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Al Jolson was introduced to the Bing Crosby radio audience on 05 Mar 1947, singing the song that Irving Berlin wrote for the movie "Mammy," which later became the theme for "The Jolson Story": "Let Me Sing And I'm Happy." There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

The comedian, writer, and character actor, born Harry Einstein, became famous as the Greek chef Nick Parkyakarkus on the Eddie Cantor and Al Jolson radio programs.

Perhaps one of the Jolson songs heard the most, this is clearly a unique performance of "April Showers," by Al Jolson, with George Burns adding his own touch to the performance. There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

George Burns and Gracie Allen seemed to recall being on the radio with Al Jolson as he samg "You Made Me Love You," with George giving the song a bit of his own touch. There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Al Jolson made quite an entrance on the Burns and Allen Program of February 20, 1947, by letting us know that he was "Sitting On Top Of The World." And he was! There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Al Jolson sang his signature song, "My Mammy," very few times on the radio. This great rendition is from the 16 Feb 48 Lux Radio Theatre adaptation of "The Jolson Story." Ludwig Donath, who played Papa Yoelson in the film, also played the role in this broadcast, and can be heard at the beginning of this segment. There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Al Jolson appeared the Lux Radio Theatre's broadcast adaptation of "The Jolson Story" on 16 Feb 1948. Just as with the film, the first song he sang was "Ma Blushin' Rosie." Here is the setup with William Demarest, reprising his role as Steve Martin, followed by Jolson, himself, singing this great song. There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

February 15, 1948 - Jack Turns 39 and for his birthday everyone plans to throw him a surprise party. References include Bob Hope, Al Jolson, Jasha Hiefetz, the Academy Awards, the Oranges of Riverside Californiaand Townsend clubs.

Wanting to show that they knew more than old songs, Al Jolsno and Bing Crosby joined voices in "Bye, Bye Baby" from the then current show, "Gentlemen Prefer Blonds" on Bing's 15 Feb 1950 radio program. There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Al Jolson appeared on Bing Crosby's program on 15 Feb 1050. This segment involves an old joke about Hawaii, and a great duet of "Yaaka Hula Hickey Dula" by Bing and Al. There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Al Jolson appeared on the Burns and Allen program on 01 Feb 1050. After a brief interchange with Gracie Allen, he went into an exuberant rendition of "Toot, Toot, Tootsie (Goo'Bye)" There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

From the 01 Feb 1950 Burns and Allens program, Gracie Allen prods Al Jolson to go head to head with George Burns in a sining contest. Jolson sings "Yes Sir, That's My Baby," "Pretty Baby," and "Baby Face." George Burn sings bits and pieces of his numbers, and it's four minuts of great fun There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Send us a textIntro: The Anniversary Song by Al Jolson (1946)40. Tuxedo Junction by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra (1940)39. Jingle Jangle Jingle by Kay Kyser and His Orchestra (1942)38. The Christmas Song by Nat "King" Cole (1946)37. Open the Door, Richard by Count Basie and His Orchestra (1947)36. You Always Hurt the One You Love by The Mills Brothers (1944)

Monte Woolley introduced this song by Irving Berlin, telling a bit about its history. Jolson then gave his unique touch to "When I Leave The World Behind." There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Al Jolson opened the 26 Jan 1943 broadcast of his Colgate Radio Program with a real old song, "I'm Going Back To The Shack Where The Black Eyed Susans Grow," followed by a bit of strained with and about guest Montey Woolley. There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Comedy on a WednesdayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast January 21, 1948, 78 years ago with guest star Al Jolson.  A visit to Captain Jolie's Showboat. Followed by The Phil Harris Alice Faye Show, originally broadcast January 21, 1951, 75 years ago, The Pony.  Little Phyllis wants a toy pony for her birthday. Remley talks Phil into getting her a real pony...from a bookmaker! Then, The Old Gold Comedy Theater with host Harold Lloyd, originally broadcast January 21, 1945, 81 years ago, The Show-Off starring Fred Allen.  The triumph of a braggart and loudmouth. Followed by The Mayor of the Town starring Lionel Barrymore,  originally broadcast January 21, 1948, 78 years ago, The Burning Christmas Tree.   A little girl in town with polio gives the Mayor an idea of what to do with all the town's used Christmas trees.Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast January 21, 1948, 78 years ago, Lunch with Hartley.   Plans for the Connecticut farm.   Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamCheck out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

As part of a War Bond effort during World War II, Al Jolson closed his 19 Jan 43 program with this dialog, edited a bit for this podcast, and song, a song which still has meaning today, "There'll Never Be Another War." Much more material is in the complete program. The complete broadcast recording, along with other Jolson radio shows circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Al Jolson opened the 19 Jan 1943 broadcast of his Colgate Radio Program by singing the old song, "My Gal Sal," in two arrangements, followed by a bit of topical for the day humor. There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

With an introduction by Robert Benchley, here is Al Jolson singing his blockbuster hit, "Sonny Boy." Much more material is in the complete program. The complete broadcast recording, along with other Jolson radio shows circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Al Jolson opened the 12 Jan 1943 broadcast of his Colgate Radio Program with a song from his early days, "Yoo Hoo." There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Send us a textIntro: Tea For Two by Marion Harris (1925)5. Rhapsody in Blue by Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra (1924)4. My Blue Heaven by Gene Austin (1927)3. Ol' Man River by Paul Robeson (1928)2. Ain't Misbehavin' by Fats Waller (1929)1. Swanee by Al Jolson (1920)Outro: Someone to Watch Over Me by Gertrude Lawrence (1927)

Songs include Valencia by Paul Whiteman, Black Bottom Stomp by Jelly Roll Morton, White House Blues by Charlie Poole, Hebbie Jebbies by Louis Armstrong, Lost Your Head Blues by Bessie Smith and I'm Sitting On Top Of the World by Al Jolson. 

Al Jolson packed at least eight bars of ten Gershwin songs in this 4 minute excerpt of his Colgate radio broadcast of 5 Jan 1943. He ended it with a rousing "Strike Up The Band" addressed to the wartime audience. Much more material is in the complete program. The complete broadcast recording, along with other Jolson radio shows circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Al Jolson opened the 5 Jan 1943 broadcast of his Colgate Radio Program with this wonderful rendition of "I'm Sitting On Top Of The World." There is much more material is in the complete program which, along with other Jolson radio shows, circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

December 31, 1950 - The old time 1950 gives advice to baby 1951 in this New Year's Eve Fantasy skit. References include the Korean War, radio show "Life Can Be Beautiful", the movie "Harriet Craig", TV host Faye Emerson, singers Frank Sinatra and Al Jolson, bandleaders Wayne King, Kay Kyser and Guy Lombardo, writing on the head of a pin,  and Flying Saucers.

Al Jolson and Bing Crosby put their talents together singing "Waitin' For The Robert E Lee" from the Bing Crosby program of 28 Dec 49. Much more material is in the complete program. The complete broadcast recording, along with other Jolson radio shows circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Al Jolson and Bing Crosby duet with a heartfelt performance of "I Only Have Eyes For You" from the Bing Crosby program of 28 Dec 49. Much more material is in the complete program. The complete broadcast recording, along with other Jolson radio shows circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Al Jolson and Bing Crosby joined voices in a lively rendition "When The Red, Red, Robin Comes Bob, Bob Bobbin' Along." Much more material is in the complete program. The complete broadcast recording, along with other Jolson radio shows circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Al Jolson was a guest on the Bing Crosby program, and made his entrance with this spirited version of George Gershwin's "Swanee." Much more material is in the complete program. The complete broadcast recording, along with other Jolson radio shows circulates on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Enjoy Al Jolson and Jack Kirkwood give their spin on "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town" and "Jingle Bells" in this brief excerpt of the 25 Dec 1948 broadcast of "Two Hours of Stars." The complete, two hour, broadcast is available from the Audio Department of the International Al Jolson Society. An edited half hour compilation of Al Jolson's performances from the program circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 25 Dec 1948 broadcast of Two Hours of Stars, featuring Al Jolson. This is the beginning of a two hour program which featured a host of stars. In this podcast, you will hear Lauritz Melchoir try to sing, "Mammy," followed by Al Jolson singing "I'm Sitting On Top Of The World." The complete, two hour, broadcast is available from the Audio Department of the International Al Jolson Society. An edited half hour compilation of Al Jolson's performances from the program circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 17 Dec 1946 broadcast of the "Amos 'n' Andy" radio show, featuring Al Jolson. This is an edited segment of Jolson's appearance on this popular program, placed to plug the Jolson biopic, "The Jolson Story." There is more of Jolie on the complete program, which was so popular that Jolson even said his father stopped to listen to it. The complete broadcast of this show circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 16 Dec 1939 broadcast of the opening of the Arrowhead Springs Resort. In this clip, Al Jolson sings "California, Here I Come" in a lively, unique arrangement, with a chorus, verse, and two choruses, followed by a bit of a comical routine. This is the only time Jolson recorded the song this way, and the audience reaction speaks to their approval. There is much more in the complete broadcast of this show, which circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 16 Dec 1939 broadcast of the opening of the Arrowhead Springs Resort. Al Jolson opened the broadcast with a great rendition of "California, Here I Come," and Judy Garland closed the broadcast with this performance of "Comes Love." There is much more in the complete broadcast of this show, which circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 16 Dec 1939 broadcast of the opening of the Arrowhead Springs Resort. In this clip, Al Jolson sings "California, Here I Come" in a unique arrangement, with a chorus, verse, and two choruses, followed by a bit of a comical routine. This is the only time Jolson recorded the song this way, and the audience reaction speaks to their approval. There is much more in the complete broadcast of this show, which circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 07 Dec 1935 broadcast of the NBC Radio Studio dedication, featuring Al Jolson. This is a brief sample of the two hour broadcast, of which about an hour and a quarter survive, and includes Al Jolson singing "Cantor on the Sabbath." Jolson is one of many stars on the program, appearing several times in the broadcast. There is much more in the complete broadcast of this show, which circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 30 Nov 1949 Bing Crosby Program with guest star Al Jolson. Along with the great songs sung by Bing, Al Jolson and Bing Crosby joined voices in a duet with "Back In Your Own Backyard." There is much more in the complete broadcast of this show, which circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 30 Nov 1949 Bing Crosby Program with guest star Al Jolson. Along with the great songs sung by Bing, Al Jolson joined the program with a few songs, including the one in this podcast. With Bing's pithy introduction, enjoy Jolie singing and whistling "Toot, Toot, Tootsie," with more from Bing at the end. There is much more in the complete broadcast of this show, which circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 23 Nov 1948 broadcast of "This Is Your Life," honoring Ada Nelligan, a wardrobe mistress whose years in the entertainment industry were marked with the program. This is the Jolson segment of the program, recalling Al Jolson's contact with Ms. Nelligan some 23 years previously. There is much more in the complete broadcast of this show, which circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 01 Nov 1938 Lifebuoy Program starring Al Jolson with guest Gov. Al Smith. This is the closing segment of the program, with Al Jolson going over old times with the former Governor of New York, Al Smith. Al Jolson concluded the segment with a rendition of "Avalon." There is much more in the complete broadcast of this show, which circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 18 Oct 1938 Lifebuoy Program starring Al Jolson. This is a sample of the material in the half hour show, which also stars Martha Raye and Parkyakarkus, with guest stars Marie Wilson and Charles Butterworth. Al Jolson's songs, "Confidentially," and "When Day Is Done," are included for your enjoyment. Within the program itself, Jolson and Raye duet in "Sweet Georgia Brown," and several comic sketches are featured. There is much more in the complete broadcast of this show, which circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

7. Harding's Landslide Victory and the Role of Radio David Pietrusza 1920: The Year of the Six Presidents Eugene Debs, the Socialist candidate, ran while imprisoned in Atlanta Penitentiary for speaking against the draft; Wilson refused him clemency. The 1920 election resulted in an overwhelming Republican sweep. Harding's "front porch campaign" was a professional event organized by Albert Lasker, attracting hundreds of thousands of people, including show business figures like Al Jolson. Election results were broadcast via early radio from a Pittsburgh department store roof and by projection onto buildings. Harding won decisively with 15 million votes (60%) and 404 electoral votes. Though deeply mourned when he died in 1923 from a heart attack, Harding had focused on debt reduction and resisted manipulation from advisors. Calvin Coolidge was sworn in by his father in remote Plymouth Notch, Vermont.

Excerpt of the 27 Oct 1946 Barry Gray Show with Guest Star Al Jolson. Al Jolson appeared on the late night talk show just after the opening of The Jolson Story, and for almost 90 minutes told stories of his life, joked, and sang. This podcast contains three of the songs from that evening, Ma Blushin' Rosie, April Showers, and Swanee, and there is much more in the whole program. There is much more in the complete broadcast of this show, which circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 01 Oct 1936 Sears program Then and Now guest starring Al Jolson. Along with other stars of the day, Al Jolson appeared on this programs celebrating Sears 50th anniversary, and sang excerpts of his hits in a biographical fashion. He also puts part of The Singing Fool on the radio, complete with "Sonny Boy." There is much more in the complete broadcast of this show, which circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 26 Oct 1949 Steve Allen show with guest star Al Jolson. Al Jolson's candid, unscripted, appearance during this 45 minute broadcast is only hinted by the sample included in this podcast. Listen to him joke and interact with a very young Steve Allen, whose career was just starting, and thrill the audience with a performance of "California, Here I Come," with a long ovation in response. There is much more in the complete broadcast of this show, which circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 01 Oct 1946 tribute broadcast to Al Jolson. This star-studded program originated from both New York and California, and included George Jessel, Eddie Cantor, Dinah Shore, Frank Sinatra, Bob Hope, Perry Como, and others, in an hour long tribute to the World's Greatest Entertainer upon the release of The Jolson Story. This podcast includes songs by Eddie Cantor, Dinah Shore, and Frank Sinatra, along with the ending of the program by Mr. Jolson. If there is any doubt about how those in the business felt about Al Jolson, this should get rid of them for all time. The complete broadcast circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 16 Sep 1950 Al Jolson performance at the Itazuke Air Force Base in Japan. This excerpt includes three songs from the half-hour transcription, which includes Jolson joking and singing for his favorite audience, soldiers at the front. "Swanee," "April Showers," and "The Anniversary Song" are the three songs heard here, there is quite a bit more in the original program. This is likely the last transcribed performance of Al Jolson; he died about one month after this show. The complete broadcast circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.

Excerpt of the 16 Sep 1933 broadcast from Belmont Park with Al Jolson. Having wrapped one movie, starting another, and headlining on the radio, Al Jolson took time to go to Belmont Park in New York, and appear on the radio to joke and call a race at the track. This is just a race and a little humor, there is much more in the 30 minute program. The complete broadcast circulates with other Jolson radio shows on the Official Al Jolson Website at www.jolson.org.