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This Saturday on Vintage Classic Radio's "Saturday Matinee", we start with the beloved "Our Miss Brooks" in the episode titled "Workhorse". Originally aired on November 7, 1948, the episode features the ever-humorous struggles of high school English teacher Connie Brooks as she juggles excessive workloads and the demands of her quirky colleagues and students at Madison High. The stellar cast includes Eve Arden as Miss Brooks, Gale Gordon as Principal Osgood Conklin, Richard Crenna as student Walter Denton, Jane Morgan as Mrs. Davis, and Jeff Chandler as biology teacher Mr. Boynton. Following is "The Phil Harris-Alice Faye Show" with the episode "How Long Genius Phil Goes Undiscovered", first broadcast on November 6, 1953. In this hilarious installment, Phil Harris worries about his unrecognized talents and contemplates a career that might better suit his self-declared genius, causing a typical uproar in his household. The episode features Phil Harris as himself, Alice Faye as his sensible and patient wife, with additional support from Elliott Lewis as Frankie Remley, Walter Tetley as Julius Abruzzio, and Robert North as Willie. We wrap up with a musical treat from the "Benny Goodman" concert in the episode titled "Madhattan Room". Dating back to November 6, 1937, this performance captures Goodman at the height of his popularity during the swing era, playing at the famous Madhattan Room in New York City. Benny Goodman leads the ensemble with his clarinet, and the show features vocal performances alongside classic instrumental numbers, providing listeners with a taste of a live 1930s big band jazz concert. Join us for this trio of classic entertainment that promises to bring laughter, nostalgia, and the unbeatable charm of early radio and music legends.
No Heat at Madison High followed by Midnight Ride.
This Saturday on Vintage Classic Radio's "Saturday Matinee," we begin with "Our Miss Brooks" in the episode “Mr. Lathrop Returns to School," where Madison High sees the return of businessman and school board member, Mr. Lathrop. In this amusing episode, confusion and chaos ensue as Miss Brooks navigates the challenges of having Mr. Lathrop in her classroom. The beloved cast features Eve Arden as the quick-witted Miss Brooks, Gale Gordon as the blustery Principal Conklin, Richard Crenna as the earnest student Walter Denton, and Jeff Chandler as the dashing Mr. Boynton. Following that, we dive into the delightful chaos of "Phil Harris Alice Faye" in the episode "Phil Returns From Vacation." The story captures the humorous struggles of Phil Harris as he tries to settle back into his routine after a lively vacation. The episode is full of the usual comedic mishaps and musical interludes. Stars Phil Harris and Alice Faye charm listeners with their witty banter, supported by Elliott Lewis as Frankie Remley, Walter Tetley as Julius, and Robert North as Willie. Lastly, "The Sealtest Variety Theater" brings us the episode "Sir Lancelot of the Lake." This dramatic and humorous adaptation sees Dorothy Lamour and her ensemble cast performing a spoof on the age-old tale of King Arthur's court. Dorothy Lamour leads the cast with her versatile performance, supported by guest stars including Eddie Bracken and Hans Conried, adding a layer of comedic flair to the legendary story. Tune in for a delightful blend of comedy, drama, and classic radio charm with these vintage episodes.
This Saturday's "Saturday Matinee" on Vintage Classic Radio kicks off with "Our Miss Brooks," featuring the delightful episode "Connie's New Job Offer" from July 31, 1949. In this episode, the beloved high school English teacher, Connie Brooks, played by Eve Arden, faces a tempting job offer that could mean leaving Madison High. As she weighs her options, her decision is complicated by the comedic interference of Principal Osgood Conklin, portrayed by Gale Gordon, and the well-meaning, yet often clueless, biology teacher Mr. Boynton, played by Jeff Chandler. The witty exchanges and humorous situations are rounded out by the talents of Richard Crenna as the mischievous student Walter Denton, and Jane Morgan playing the landlady Mrs. Davis. Following that, "The Phil Harris-Alice Faye Show" brings laughter with the episode "Three Grey Hairs" from October 10, 1949. Phil Harris, the bandleader with a knack for trouble, discovers his first grey hairs, leading to a humorous existential crisis that dominates the household. Alice Faye, his sensible and ever-patient wife, provides the voice of reason, contrasting sharply with Phil's melodramatic despair. The episode features Elliott Lewis as Frankie Remley, Phil's equally eccentric friend, and Walter Tetley as Julius, the cheeky grocery boy, adding layers of comedy with their own antics. Lastly, the evening rounds out with a dramatic turn in the "Lux Radio Theatre" presentation of "The Grand Duchess and the Waiter" from December 7, 1936. This adaptation of the popular film follows the unlikely romance between a dignified grand duchess, played by Marlene Dietrich, and a humble Parisian waiter, portrayed by Douglas Fairbanks Jr. The class barriers and comedic misunderstandings pave the way for an engaging tale of love and social commentary, supported by a stellar supporting cast that brings the richness of the era to life. Each episode showcases the unique charm and talent of radio's golden age, offering listeners a blend of comedy, drama, and timeless entertainment.
Now, THAT'S showbiz! We had the great honor to speak with the absolute icon of the stage and screen, Alyson Reed, and discuss all things Ms. Darbus, getting her start performing in Disneyland and on Broadway, returning for HSM:TM:TS, the unaired "Madison High" pilot, the importance of arts education, and much, much more! ----- Follow The Time Mousechine: Instagram Twitter TikTok Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A Comedy Filled MondayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Amos ‘n' Andy, originally broadcast April 22, 1951, 73 years ago, Sapphire in Chicago. While Sapphire is away, the Kingfish is determined to be pleasant to his mother-in-law. His efforts lead Mama and himself to a courtroom!Followed by the news of Sunday, April 22, 1951, then Jack Benny, originally broadcast April 22, 1951, 73 years ago, The IRS visits Jack AGAIN! Mary reads a letter from Mama. The men from the Internal Revue Service visit Jack once again. The entire cast visits the circus. Jack wrestles a gorilla. Then Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast April 22, 1951, 73 years ago, The School gets a TV set. A television set has been placed inside Madison High School. The Coulter Collection Agency soon claims the new television, right before Mr. Stone comes to inspect it. Follower by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 22, 1947, 77 years ago, The Carnival. Fibber and Molly visit the Wistful Vista carnival. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast April 22, 1948, 76 years ago, In the Gloaming. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf 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.
The Biden Administration again proved that their policies are America Last as students at Madison High school in Brooklyn, NY were forced off campus this week and into virtual school so that the school could be utilized to house illegal immigrants. John Kirby was flustered and could not answer Peter Doocy's question about the Lloyd Austin saga, Trump is dominating in the polls in Iowa and Mika is not too happy about it. Plus, Scotland is now going to fine and jail people who don't play along with gender nonsense, Sweden is telling its citizens to prepare for war, and more drama over the potential of China invading Taiwan. Story Links: https://x.com/realPowerTie/status/1744814070220673484?s=20 https://x.com/EndWokeness/status/1744871799848833164?s=20 https://insiderpaper.com/china-satellite-launch-triggers-taiwan-emergency-phone-alert-afp/ RUMBLE: See the full LIVE show on Rumble. Subscribe, Watch and Engage at https://rumble.com/DrewBerquist SHOW SPONSORS AND AUDIENCE DISCOUNTS Live a life of health and purpose. Three's highly bioavailable products are uniquely formulated to deliver maximum nutrition for maximum benefits. Visit Here to shop: https://iii.earth/en/ShopProducts/1315620 --or-- Here to enroll: https://drewberquist.iii.earth/en/enrollment/enrollmentconfigurationpc The Root Brands- Get rid of heavy metals and toxins in your body! Purchase Clean Slate and other Root Brands products here: https://www.rootbrandswellness.com/drewberquist Urgent: Get Back the Money That You've Left Behind! Self Employed may be due up to $32,000 and Business owners may be due up to $26,000 per employee. Visit here and get started https://www.mytaxcreditservice.com/drew Mammoth Nation - Shop Conservative and push back against the woke left. Become a member at https://mammothnation.com/ and use promo code DREW to save 30% on your membership. My Pillow - Get the best night's sleep of your life and save! Use Promo Code DREW to save up to 66% off your purchase at https://MyPillow.com/Drew
Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast June 3, 1951, 72 years ago, The First Aid Course. Miss Brooks has to take over teaching Madison High's first aid course. But first, a test of her abilities.Visit my web page - http://www.classicradio.streamWe receive no revenue from YouTube. If you enjoy our shows, listen via the links on our web page or if you're so inclined, Buy me a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyattcoxelAHeard on almost 100 radio stations from coast to coast. Classic Radio Theater features great radio programs that warmed the hearts of millions for the better part of the 20th century. Host Wyatt Cox brings the best of radio classics back to life with both the passion of a long-time (as in more than half a century) fan and the heart of a forty-year newsman. But more than just “playing the hits”, Wyatt supplements the first hour of each day's show with historical information on the day and date in history including audio that takes you back to World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. FDR, Eisenhower, JFK, Reagan, Carter, Nixon, LBJ. It's a true slice of life from not just radio's past, but America's past.Wyatt produces 21 hours a week of freshly minted Classic Radio Theater presentations each week, and each day's broadcast is timely and entertaining!#Classic-Radio #Old-Time-Radio #Comedy #Our-Miss-Brooks #Eve-Arden
Dolores Roberts has come to Madison High and seems to have caught the eye of Mr. Boynton and Walter Denton. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/support
Suspense followed by Our Miss Brooks
Will Mr. Conklin be leaving Madison High? He may become Assistant Supervisor of Schools! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/support
Miss Brooks tries to convince Mr. Conklin to heat the school building and buy new supplies. Original Air Date 01-09-1949
Mr. Conklin thinks there's entirely too much noise and talking at Madison High. He intends to put teeth into his non-fraternization rules. The sexes are to be kept apart. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/support
Tune in to learn about the Veterans Day program at Madison High school on November 11th. Organizers were from the Rexburg City Chamber of Commerce and Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Our Miss Brooks followed by Nero Wolfe
Mr. Boynton grows a moustache, which proves very popular with the lady teachers at Madison High. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
The Board of Education has hired a psychologist to evaluate the teachers at Madison High. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
The Board of Education has hired a psychologist to evaluate the teachers at Madison High. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
Mrs. Davis hasn't enough money to make a payment of her mortgage. Greedy Mr. Travis also refuses to sell an empty lot next to Madison High. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
Madison High has started a pen-pal club. Mr. Boynton has been corresponding with a French woman. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
Our Miss Brooks - Mr. Conklin's Blood Pressure-AKA-July 4th-Trip-Eagle SpringsFrom-1949Stars-Eve Arden, Gale Gordon, Jane Morgan,Gloria McMillan, Richard Crenna & Jeff ChandlerAnnouncer-Bob LeMond When the 4th of July weekend arrived at Madison High summer school, it was welcomed most enthusiastically by our Miss Brooks who teaches English there…
There's been a new switchboard installed at Madison High, and Miss Enright is the switchboard operator. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
Papa Pig, Paul Rudy, and KUSI Sports Anchor Brandon Stone, talked with Madison High School's OL/DL, Jonah Rodriguez.
"La Verne of Hollywood" has half of Madison High in the darkroom. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
Chief Thundercloud wants to do some bartering at Madison High. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
Mr. Conklin plans to ban football at Madison High. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
Mr. Lathrop, a 62-year-old businessman has returned to high school. He soon turns Madison High into a business operation. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
A plague of foreign teachers has descended on Madison High, rudely too. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
Madison High performs Fahrenheit 451. Battelle Energy Alliance donates one million dollars. A man faces more and more charges as police review footage of hundreds of people recorded in a grocery store bathroom.
Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast March 12, 1950, Joe the Burglar. Miss Brooks meets Joe Phillips when he burglarizes her house. Thinking him reformed, she gets him a job as custodian at Madison High. Bob Sweeney appears as the burglar. Also Part 1 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story The Clinton Matter, originally broadcast March 12, 1956. Johnny goes to Clinton at the request of the school janitor who has important information about the insured school. But the janitor is killed in the fire of the school.
Join host, Carl Amari, for an exciting re-broadcast of Our Miss Brooks, featuring narration from Eve Arden and Gale Gordon.If you're looking for a great time filled with laughs and good fun, look no further! Originally airing on CBS in 1948, Our Miss Brooks follows a sardonic high school English teacher named Connie Brooks (Eve Arden) as she traverses through her classroom and the hallways of Madison High School. Thanks to the comedic talent of Eve Arden, the series had a successful run that lasted up until 1957, and had even received an eventual film adaption in 1956 that further solidified the series legacy in the comedic world.Originally airing 3/25/1951, be sure to grab those backpacks and get ready to travel back to the classrooms of Madison High for this weeks episode of "Real Estate Partnership," with Connie Brooks!Enjoying The Film Detective?You can watch this episode here.Or connect with us here:FacebookInstagramTwitterYouTubeWant even more? Subscribe to our Newsletter here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mr. Conklin has started a new economy drive at Madison High. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
Mr. Conklin has been awarded a plaque for distinguished service to Madison High. The only problem is that the plaque was awarded to him by Walter Denton. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
Cosmopolitan magazine is planning to do a story about Madison High. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
Camry Wright talks about her journey to high school coaching and looks forward to the upcoming season.
Zach welcomes podcaster extraordinaire James Scully (Breaking Walls: The Wall Breakers Podcast) into the hallowed halls of Madison High forContinue readingEp. 54: Old Time Radio Revue: ‘Our Miss Brooks' or ‘The Laughs and Lessons from Madison High School'
It's Mr. Conklin's birthday; he's determined to look and feel young. Madison High has a "new" school bus...formerly a paddy wagon. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
After 39 straight defeats, the Madison High basketball team has a chance with a new student named Tex Barton. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
After 39 straight defeats, the Madison High basketball team has a chance with a new student named Tex Barton. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iloveoldtimeradio/message
Stage Director Robert Hibbard gives insights about the upcoming Madison High School production of "Fiddler on the Roof" in an interview conducted by Wallis Moulten. The production plays on November 11th—13th and on November 15th.
Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast November 7, 1954, The Switchboard Operator. There's been a new switchboard installed at Madison High, and Miss Enright is the switchboard operator. Also Captain Midnight, originally broadcast November 7, 1939, The Vanishing Field.
Our Miss Brooks lack of coal at Madison High was released January 9 1949 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ang189/support
Our third episode finds Mrs. Davis, Miss Brook's landlady, styling her very own outlandish hats to sell for Mother's Day. They are really two hats in one, featuring apples on side, and sparrows on the other...quite a feat for Miss Brooks when she agrees to sell four of the hats to the faculty of Madison High school...with one being sold as a sunshade for a horse!
Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast October 1, 1950, Measles Diagnosis. Also Vic n Sade, originally broadcast October 1, 1942 - Cherry Phosphates
Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast July 19, 1948, 70 years ago. The first show of the series. Osgood Conklin becomes the new principal of Madison High...after a traffic accident with Miss Brooks! Joe Forte plays Conklin, who would later be replaced by Gale Gordon.
Our Miss Brooks, originally broadcast June 3, 1951, 67 years ago. Miss Brooks Takes Over Miss Enrights First Aid Course. Miss Brooks has to take over teaching Madison High's first aid course. But first, a test of her abilities.
Our Miss Brooks, originally broadcast April 24, 1949, 69 years ago. Dress Code Protest. Madison High goes through "Let's Dress Up" week. Walter protests by wearing a dress, Miss Brooks winds up in Mr. Conklin's pants!
"Our Miss Brooks" - July 31, 1949. Episode title: "Connie's New Job Offer." Rumor has it that Miss Brooks is leaving Madison High and going to move to Connecticut! The story has an interesting tie-in with the winner of a Colgate sweepstakes. A secretary from Connecticut actually won $49,000 in the Colgate forty-niner contest; and in this episode, our Miss Brooks, disillusioned, gets the idea to give up teaching and become a secretary in Connecticut. After all, Mrs. Grace, winner of the sponsors competition, would probably be giving up her job after winning all that money.
"Our Miss Brooks" - July 19, 1948. The first show of the series. Osgood Conklin becomes the new principal of Madison High...after a traffic accident with Miss Brooks! (Can you spot what's out of place?)
"Our Miss Brooks" - June 12, 1949. There's going to be a "Wishing Well Dance" at Madison High, and everyone wants a lock of Miss Brooks' hair.