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Red Skelton Show 41-11-18 (007) Supermarkets
Red Skelton Show 41-11-11 (006) Public Speaking
Red Skelton Show 41-11-04 (005) Medical Profession
Today in keeping with a theme we began last week, we have for you a rare 1947 rehearsal for a Red Skelton radio show sponsored by Raleigh cigarettes. Apparently comedian Red Skelton often kept the comedy going for the studio audience for a while after his show went off the air. This rehearsal is about 15-minutes longer than the broadcast show and we get to hear improvisation and off-script conversations among the cast, a small peek behind the curtain into the production process of radio broadcasts of that era. Visit our website: https://goodolddaysofradio.com/ Subscribe to our Facebook Group for news, discussions, and the latest podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/881779245938297 Our theme music is "Why Am I So Romantic?" from Animal Crackers: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KHJKAKS/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_MK8MVCY4DVBAM8ZK39WD
Red Skelton Show 41-10-05 (001) Rehearsal for October 7, 1941
Step into a world of laughter and delight with The Red Skelton Show, the beloved radio program that brought joy to millions with its signature mix of slapstick humor, hilarious characters, and heartwarming charm. Airing from 1941 to 1953, this classic series showcased the comedic genius of Red Skelton, a master entertainer known for his boundless energy and endearing wit. Each week, listeners were treated to Skelton's unforgettable array of characters, including the lovable clown Clem Kadiddlehopper, the boisterous “mean widdle kid” Junior, the wisecracking Freddie the Freeloader, and many more. From their wacky antics to Skelton's masterful ad-libs, every episode was a showcase of his exceptional talent for bringing humor to everyday situations. This episode was originally broadcast December 15th, 1942 on NBC Radio.
Red Skelton Show 46-12-31 158 Old Man Winter
On this episode, Richard Diamond Private Detective: A Neighbor Tries To Ruin Diamond's Voice followed by The Red Skelton Show: Hospital Capers.
Red Skelton Show 47-04-01 (171) Traffic Court
Red Skelton Show 47-01-07 (159) Education and Schools
Red Skelton Show 42-10-06 (040) Jobs
It's been awhile since we've brought Red Skelton to the show. Skelton's humor is energetic and fun to listen to, revolving around his wild and eccentric characters. This episode is all about "People Celebrating," featuring sketches with Clem Kadiddlehopper and "The Mean Widdle Mean Kid." Visit our website: https://goodolddaysofradio.com/ Subscribe to our Facebook Group for news, discussions, and the latest podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/881779245938297 Our theme music is "Why Am I So Romantic?" from Animal Crackers: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KHJKAKS/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_MK8MVCY4DVBAM8ZK39WD
Red Skelton Show 49-12-18 (264) Red And Rod Go Shopping
I am going back to the early days of television with my buddy Will Fordyce. The Red Skelton show with Charles Bronson playing a boxer (again)!! We talk our love of old TV the show itself and how Bronson did in the show and if the show itself still hold up today. Have a listen and let us know what you think. Please support the podcast with my Patreon page with the link below. This podcast can be found on Cross The Streams Media platform. www.patreon.com/scottwhite www.scottyblanco.com www.instagram.com/scottspodcasts www.crossthestreamsmedia.com
At 10:50PM on D-Day, The Red Skelton Show took to the air with a final abbreviated episode before Skelton left for World War II. When his show debuted on October 7th, 1941 critics were skeptical. Skelton was a pantomimist. How could he succeed on radio? But he was soon getting laughs every eleven seconds and for three seasons more than twenty-five million people were tuning in as he pulled ratings in the 30s. His supporting cast of Lurene Tuttle, Ozzie, and Harriet Nelson were heavily featured. But then Skelton got divorced and lost his marriage deferment. The army drafted him in 1944. MGM and radio sponsor Raleigh Cigarettes tried to help with no avail. The Draft Board also turned down his request to join the Special Services branch for entertainers. This was questioned by some critics, who noted that he had worked tirelessly to entertain servicemen. Skelton's last radio program was on D-Day, June 6th, 1944. The next day the thirty-year-old Skelton was formally inducted as a private. Without its star, the program was discontinued until he could come back from the war. Skelton lost eighteen months of his career, eventually suffering a nervous breakdown in Italy, and having to be hospitalized for three months. He would be discharged in September of 1945.
Red Skelton Show 46-04-02 (132) Some People Just Won't Pay Their Debts
Red Skelton Show 52-06-18 (368) Cauliflower Fights Tonight
Red Skelton Show 42-05-19 (033) Vacation Time
Red Skelton Show 42-03-24 (025) A Hike in the Park
Comedy: Jack Benny Program “First Show for CBS” 1/2/49 CBS, Red Skelton Show 2/6/47 NBC / AFRS.
Red Skelton Show 42-01-06 (014) License Plates
We'll hear from The Red Skelton Show on this week's A Legacy Of Laughs. Here's Eavesdropping, his episode from January 26, 1943. More from The Red Skelton Show https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/archive.org/download/rr12024/LOL248.mp3 Download LOL248 | Subscribe | Support Relic Radio
After Bob Hope's program signed off at 10:30PM eastern war time, The Red Skelton Show signed on. It debuted on Tuesday October 7th, 1941. By February of 1944 it was pulling a rating of 29.9. Ozzie and Harriet Nelson were heavily featured. Skelton was so supercharged that he couldn't do a pre-show warm up. It left his audience exhausted and practically catatonic during the main show. So Skelton reversed the formula and gave his fans an after-show. Among his peers it was considered the hottest comedy act in town. Lurene Tuttle, who later appeared with Ozzie and Harriet on their own show, also starred on The Red Skelton Show. For three seasons Skelton's popularity soared, but then he got divorced and lost his marriage deferment. The army drafted Skelton in 1944. MGM and radio sponsor Raleigh Cigarettes tried to help with no avail. The Draft Board also turned down his request to join the Special Services branch for entertainers. Skelton's last radio program was on D-Day, June 6th, 1944. The next day he was formally inducted as a private. Without its star, the program was discontinued until he could come back from the war. Words at War was an anthology of war stories, “told by the men and women who have seen them happen.” It was produced in cooperation with the Council on Books in Wartime, promising “stories of the battlefronts, of behind-the scenes diplomacy, of underground warfare, of the home front, of action on the seas.” Each show was to be “a living record of this war and the things for which we fight.” First taking to the air on June 24th, 1943 from New York, it was praised by Variety as “one of the most outstanding programs in radio”; by the New York Times as the “boldest, hardest-hitting program of 1944”; and by Newsweek as “one of the best contributions to serious commercial radio in many a year.” Despite airing at 11:30PM on Tuesdays, Words at War stimulated conversation and controversy throughout its two-year run. On Tuesday, February 8th 1944 a story on George Washington Carver was broadcast. When Words At War signed off at midnight, NBC broadcast a ninety minute program for the fourth war bond drive. It was part of an extended effort to raise funds. The night prior at midnight, Ben Grauer hosted this show over NBC.
Red Skelton Show 41-10-05 (001) Rehearsal for October 7, 1941
Suspense followed by The Red Skelton Show
The Whistler followed by The Red Skelton Show
The Cisco Kid followed by The Red Skelton Show
The Red Skelton Show followed by Life with Luigi
We return to comedy with one of our favorites from golden radio, Red Skelton. Skelton preferred to see himself as a clown rather than a comedian. Indeed his energy and performance elevated him to an unusual place among other comics of the era. This one is all about the post-war meat shortage. Plenty of humor set around a serious topic that gives us a glimpse of the frustration of everyday American life of the time. Visit our website: https://goodolddaysofradio.com/ Subscribe to our Facebook Group for news, discussions, and the latest podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/881779245938297 If you don't do Facebook, we're also on Gab: https://gab.com/OldRadio Our theme music is "Why Am I So Romantic?" from Animal Crackers: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KHJKAKS/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_MK8MVCY4DVBAM8ZK39WD
Red Skelton Show 42-02-03 (018) Superstitious People
The Lives of Harry Lime followed by The Red Skelton Show
The Red Skelton Show followed by Suspense
Fibber McGee & Molly followed by The Red Skelton Show
The Red Skelton Show followed by Sherlock Holmes
Red Skelton Show 41-10-07 (001) Policemen (first show for Raleigh, NBC)
Red Skelton Show 41-11-18 (007) Supermarkets
The Whistler followed by The Red Skelton Show
The Red Skelton Show followed by The Life of Riley
Red Skelton Show 42-03-31 (026) Sundays
Red Skelton Show 41-11-18 (007) Supermarkets
The Red Skelton Show followed by The Lone Ranger
Remember the red-haired saloon keeper, Miss Kitty, on the long running TV series “Gunsmoke?” Amanda Blake, born Beverly Louise Neill appeared in Hollywood films including “A Star is Born.” She also did comedy routines on the Red Skelton Show and on the “Dean Martin Celebrity Roast.” And she was inducted into the Hall of Great Western Performers. You'll never guess what Amanda did after showbiz. She'll explain. Blake was a heavy cigarette smoker and had surgery for oral cancer. She became a supporter of the American Cancer Society.
Dimension X followed by The Red Skelton Show
The Lone Ranger followed by The Red Skelton Show
Red Skelton Show 46-05-07 137 Firemen
Red Skelton was a supercharged comedian who was famous for his physical comedy and characters. Today we tribute him with an episode of his show which features Clem Kadiddlehopper, Deadeye, and the Mean Widdle Mean Kid. Listen for Red getting away with mercilessly roasting his own sponsor's commercials in this program from 1947. Visit our website: https://goodolddaysofradio.com/ Subscribe to our Facebook Group for news, discussions, and the latest podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/881779245938297 If you don't do Facebook, we're also on Gab: https://gab.com/OldRadio Our theme music is "Why Am I So Romantic?" from Animal Crackers: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KHJKAKS/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_MK8MVCY4DVBAM8ZK39WD
Life with Luigi followed by The Red Skelton Show
Life with Luigi followed by The Red Skelton Show
The Red Skelton Show followed by The Saint
The Red Skelton Show followed by Nick Carter Master Detective