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My Father Cigars would mark two big milestones at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show. First up, the company is launching its first Honduran made cigar, the My Father Blue. Not only is My Father Blue being made at the Garcia's new Honduran factory, but it features tobacco grown on the Garcia family farms in Honduras. Second up, the Don Pepin Garcia brand is marking another milestone. This one celebrates 20 years of one of the company's oldest. As always the products were on display in one of the most exquisite booths at the 2025 PCA Trade Show. We also presented the Garcia family the Prime Time Awards for Large Company of the Year and Large Factory of the Year for 2024. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wHN
My Father Cigars would mark two big milestones at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show. First up, the company is launching its first Honduran made cigar, the My Father Blue. Not only is My Father Blue being made at the Garcia's new Honduran factory, but it features tobacco grown on the Garcia family farms in Honduras. Second up, the Don Pepin Garcia brand is marking another milestone. This one celebrates 20 years of one of the company's oldest. As always the products were on display in one of the most exquisite booths at the 2025 PCA Trade Show. We also presented the Garcia family the Prime Time Awards for Large Company of the Year and Large Factory of the Year for 2024. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wHN
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This Academy & Emmy Award Winning CEO Wants You To Age Better. Robert Fried CEO ChromaDex - $CDXCGuest:Robert Fried CEO ChromaDex - $CDXCWebsite:https://www.chromadex.com/Ticker: $CDXCBio:Robert Fried is the CEO of ChromaDex and Founder of Tru Niagen as well as an Academy Award® and Emmy® Award winning motion picture producer. Before his combined 7 years in the health industry, he held senior roles at entertainment companies Savoy Pictures (CEO), Columbia Pictures (Executive Vice President), and Fried Films (founder, CEO). He has also founded and served as CEO of internet companies Feeln (now Hallmark Movies Now), WHN (a leading e-commerce service provider), and Healthspan Research LLC. In 2017, Robert led ChromaDex's acquisition of Healthspan Research LLC, a consumer company offering Tru Niagen products, and raised funds with Horizons Ventures to offer Tru Niagen direct-to-consumer. Since 2017, Mr. Fried has maintained his position as CEO of ChromaDex, now the global authority on NAD+, and Founder of Tru Niagen, currently the number one healthy aging NAD+ supplement in the US helping people around the world transform the way they age. Mr. Fried holds a B.S. from Cornell University and an M.B.A. from the Columbia University Graduate School of Business.
In the realm of old-time radio crime dramas, two iterations of "The Avenger" emerged in the United States. The first installment, broadcast weekly on WHN in New York City, aired from July 18, 1941, until November 3, 1942. The second version, syndicated nationally, ran from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. In the 1941-1942 version, Richard Henry Benson, a crime-fighter with super-strength known as "The Avenger," was joined by his sidekick Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Benson was considered a blend of the Shadow and Doc Savage characters, combining elements of each in an attempt to replicate their commercial success. The 1945-1946 version of "The Avenger" was described as a "poor man's version of The Shadow" by radio historian John Dunning. Jim Brandon, the alter ego of the new Avenger, was a biochemist who used inventions like the Telepathic Indicator and Secret Diffusion Capsule to combat crime. Despite their differences, the two versions of "The Avenger" shared some similarities. The Avenger in both iterations had a loyal subordinate who knew his true identity, was hidden by a black light of invisibility, and could interpret the "thought flashes" of others. These similarities could be attributed to the fact that Walter B. Gibson, the creator of The Shadow, also played a role in shaping the character of The Avenger. In terms of personnel, the 1941-1942 version featured an unknown New York actor as Richard Henry Benson and Humphrey Davis as Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie, with Maurice Joachim as the director and Paul Ernst (writing as Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston as writers. The 1945-1946 version had James Monks initially playing the lead role, later replaced by Dick Janaver, with Helen Adamson as assistant Fern Collier, George Ansbro as the announcer, Doc Whipple providing the music, and Charles Michelson as the producer. Writers for this version included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson. The 1945-1946 version of "The Avenger," distributed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, was syndicated via transcription, with 52 episodes available to stations across the nation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
In the realm of old-time radio crime dramas, two iterations of "The Avenger" emerged in the United States. The first installment, broadcast weekly on WHN in New York City, aired from July 18, 1941, until November 3, 1942. The second version, syndicated nationally, ran from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. In the 1941-1942 version, Richard Henry Benson, a crime-fighter with super-strength known as "The Avenger," was joined by his sidekick Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Benson was considered a blend of the Shadow and Doc Savage characters, combining elements of each in an attempt to replicate their commercial success. The 1945-1946 version of "The Avenger" was described as a "poor man's version of The Shadow" by radio historian John Dunning. Jim Brandon, the alter ego of the new Avenger, was a biochemist who used inventions like the Telepathic Indicator and Secret Diffusion Capsule to combat crime. Despite their differences, the two versions of "The Avenger" shared some similarities. The Avenger in both iterations had a loyal subordinate who knew his true identity, was hidden by a black light of invisibility, and could interpret the "thought flashes" of others. These similarities could be attributed to the fact that Walter B. Gibson, the creator of The Shadow, also played a role in shaping the character of The Avenger. In terms of personnel, the 1941-1942 version featured an unknown New York actor as Richard Henry Benson and Humphrey Davis as Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie, with Maurice Joachim as the director and Paul Ernst (writing as Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston as writers. The 1945-1946 version had James Monks initially playing the lead role, later replaced by Dick Janaver, with Helen Adamson as assistant Fern Collier, George Ansbro as the announcer, Doc Whipple providing the music, and Charles Michelson as the producer. Writers for this version included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson. The 1945-1946 version of "The Avenger," distributed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, was syndicated via transcription, with 52 episodes available to stations across the nation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
In the realm of old-time radio crime dramas, two iterations of "The Avenger" emerged in the United States. The first installment, broadcast weekly on WHN in New York City, aired from July 18, 1941, until November 3, 1942. The second version, syndicated nationally, ran from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. In the 1941-1942 version, Richard Henry Benson, a crime-fighter with super-strength known as "The Avenger," was joined by his sidekick Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Benson was considered a blend of the Shadow and Doc Savage characters, combining elements of each in an attempt to replicate their commercial success. The 1945-1946 version of "The Avenger" was described as a "poor man's version of The Shadow" by radio historian John Dunning. Jim Brandon, the alter ego of the new Avenger, was a biochemist who used inventions like the Telepathic Indicator and Secret Diffusion Capsule to combat crime. Despite their differences, the two versions of "The Avenger" shared some similarities. The Avenger in both iterations had a loyal subordinate who knew his true identity, was hidden by a black light of invisibility, and could interpret the "thought flashes" of others. These similarities could be attributed to the fact that Walter B. Gibson, the creator of The Shadow, also played a role in shaping the character of The Avenger. In terms of personnel, the 1941-1942 version featured an unknown New York actor as Richard Henry Benson and Humphrey Davis as Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie, with Maurice Joachim as the director and Paul Ernst (writing as Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston as writers. The 1945-1946 version had James Monks initially playing the lead role, later replaced by Dick Janaver, with Helen Adamson as assistant Fern Collier, George Ansbro as the announcer, Doc Whipple providing the music, and Charles Michelson as the producer. Writers for this version included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson. The 1945-1946 version of "The Avenger," distributed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, was syndicated via transcription, with 52 episodes available to stations across the nation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
In the realm of old-time radio crime dramas, two iterations of "The Avenger" emerged in the United States. The first installment, broadcast weekly on WHN in New York City, aired from July 18, 1941, until November 3, 1942. The second version, syndicated nationally, ran from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. In the 1941-1942 version, Richard Henry Benson, a crime-fighter with super-strength known as "The Avenger," was joined by his sidekick Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Benson was considered a blend of the Shadow and Doc Savage characters, combining elements of each in an attempt to replicate their commercial success. The 1945-1946 version of "The Avenger" was described as a "poor man's version of The Shadow" by radio historian John Dunning. Jim Brandon, the alter ego of the new Avenger, was a biochemist who used inventions like the Telepathic Indicator and Secret Diffusion Capsule to combat crime. Despite their differences, the two versions of "The Avenger" shared some similarities. The Avenger in both iterations had a loyal subordinate who knew his true identity, was hidden by a black light of invisibility, and could interpret the "thought flashes" of others. These similarities could be attributed to the fact that Walter B. Gibson, the creator of The Shadow, also played a role in shaping the character of The Avenger. In terms of personnel, the 1941-1942 version featured an unknown New York actor as Richard Henry Benson and Humphrey Davis as Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie, with Maurice Joachim as the director and Paul Ernst (writing as Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston as writers. The 1945-1946 version had James Monks initially playing the lead role, later replaced by Dick Janaver, with Helen Adamson as assistant Fern Collier, George Ansbro as the announcer, Doc Whipple providing the music, and Charles Michelson as the producer. Writers for this version included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson. The 1945-1946 version of "The Avenger," distributed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, was syndicated via transcription, with 52 episodes available to stations across the nation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
In the realm of old-time radio crime dramas, two iterations of "The Avenger" emerged in the United States. The first installment, broadcast weekly on WHN in New York City, aired from July 18, 1941, until November 3, 1942. The second version, syndicated nationally, ran from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. In the 1941-1942 version, Richard Henry Benson, a crime-fighter with super-strength known as "The Avenger," was joined by his sidekick Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Benson was considered a blend of the Shadow and Doc Savage characters, combining elements of each in an attempt to replicate their commercial success. The 1945-1946 version of "The Avenger" was described as a "poor man's version of The Shadow" by radio historian John Dunning. Jim Brandon, the alter ego of the new Avenger, was a biochemist who used inventions like the Telepathic Indicator and Secret Diffusion Capsule to combat crime. Despite their differences, the two versions of "The Avenger" shared some similarities. The Avenger in both iterations had a loyal subordinate who knew his true identity, was hidden by a black light of invisibility, and could interpret the "thought flashes" of others. These similarities could be attributed to the fact that Walter B. Gibson, the creator of The Shadow, also played a role in shaping the character of The Avenger. In terms of personnel, the 1941-1942 version featured an unknown New York actor as Richard Henry Benson and Humphrey Davis as Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie, with Maurice Joachim as the director and Paul Ernst (writing as Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston as writers. The 1945-1946 version had James Monks initially playing the lead role, later replaced by Dick Janaver, with Helen Adamson as assistant Fern Collier, George Ansbro as the announcer, Doc Whipple providing the music, and Charles Michelson as the producer. Writers for this version included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson. The 1945-1946 version of "The Avenger," distributed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, was syndicated via transcription, with 52 episodes available to stations across the nation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The captivating radio series, "Echoes of Mystery," features the dynamic duo of James Monks and Helen Adamson as its lead actors. Their compelling performances breathe life into the captivating characters, immersing listeners in the thrilling narratives. The talented Allyn Edwards, with his rich and commanding voice, masterfully takes on the role of the announcer, setting the stage for each episode's spine-chilling tales. Doc Whipple's exceptional organ playing adds a haunting and atmospheric depth to the program, enhancing the eerie and mysterious ambiance. The series premiered on WHN in New York City on July 18, 1941, captivating listeners from the start. There is speculation that a different cast may have been involved in a subsequent broadcast of the program, further adding to its mystique. The air dates of the series varied across different regions. While the eastern coast had the privilege of experiencing the first broadcast on July 18, 1941, listeners on the west coast had to wait until June 8, 1945, to tune in to the thrilling episodes. This flexibility allowed stations to set their own broadcast schedules, ensuring that "Echoes of Mystery" reached a vast audience across the nation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The captivating radio series, "Echoes of Mystery," features the dynamic duo of James Monks and Helen Adamson as its lead actors. Their compelling performances breathe life into the captivating characters, immersing listeners in the thrilling narratives. The talented Allyn Edwards, with his rich and commanding voice, masterfully takes on the role of the announcer, setting the stage for each episode's spine-chilling tales. Doc Whipple's exceptional organ playing adds a haunting and atmospheric depth to the program, enhancing the eerie and mysterious ambiance. The series premiered on WHN in New York City on July 18, 1941, captivating listeners from the start. There is speculation that a different cast may have been involved in a subsequent broadcast of the program, further adding to its mystique. The air dates of the series varied across different regions. While the eastern coast had the privilege of experiencing the first broadcast on July 18, 1941, listeners on the west coast had to wait until June 8, 1945, to tune in to the thrilling episodes. This flexibility allowed stations to set their own broadcast schedules, ensuring that "Echoes of Mystery" reached a vast audience across the nation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The captivating radio series features James Monks and Helen Adamson as its lead actors, delivering compelling performances that bring the characters to life. The talented Allyn Edwards takes on the role of the announcer, while Doc Whipple's skillful organ playing adds depth and atmosphere to the program. The series aired on WHN, New York City, on July 18, 1941, capturing the attention of listeners. It is possible that a different cast was involved in a later broadcast of the program. The air dates of the series varied depending on the station. While the east coast air date was July 18, 1941, the west coast air date was June 8, 1945, allowing stations to set their own broadcast schedules. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The captivating radio series features James Monks and Helen Adamson as its lead actors, delivering compelling performances that bring the characters to life. The talented Allyn Edwards takes on the role of the announcer, while Doc Whipple's skillful organ playing adds depth and atmosphere to the program. The series aired on WHN, New York City, on July 18, 1941, capturing the attention of listeners. It is possible that a different cast was involved in a later broadcast of the program. The air dates of the series varied depending on the station. While the east coast air date was July 18, 1941, the west coast air date was June 8, 1945, allowing stations to set their own broadcast schedules. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The captivating radio series features James Monks and Helen Adamson as its lead actors, delivering compelling performances that bring the characters to life. The talented Allyn Edwards takes on the role of the announcer, while Doc Whipple's skillful organ playing adds depth and atmosphere to the program. The series aired on WHN, New York City, on July 18, 1941, capturing the attention of listeners. It is possible that a different cast was involved in a later broadcast of the program. The air dates of the series varied depending on the station. While the east coast air date was July 18, 1941, the west coast air date was June 8, 1945, allowing stations to set their own broadcast schedules. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The captivating radio series features James Monks and Helen Adamson as its lead actors, delivering compelling performances that bring the characters to life. The talented Allyn Edwards takes on the role of the announcer, while Doc Whipple's skillful organ playing adds depth and atmosphere to the program. The series aired on WHN, New York City, on July 18, 1941, capturing the attention of listeners. It is possible that a different cast was involved in a later broadcast of the program. The air dates of the series varied depending on the station. While the east coast air date was July 18, 1941, the west coast air date was June 8, 1945, allowing stations to set their own broadcast schedules. In one gripping episode, the protagonist, Jim Brandon, receives three mysterious messages within the past two weeks. All the messages are transmitted on the same wavelength and accompanied by the sounds of lapping water, wind, and the shouting of a man's name, "Scrawny." The enigmatic messages take a clearer shape when Jim receives a call from Inspector White, informing him of a man's body washed ashore. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The Avenger - Classic Radio Crime Drama Overview: "The Avenger" is an iconic old-time radio crime drama with two distinct series that captured audiences in the 1940s. The first series aired on WHN in New York City from July 18, 1941, to November 3, 1942. The second series was nationally syndicated from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. It holds the distinction of being the first program distributed by the WHN Transcription Service, known previously for distributing commercials. Format and Characters: 1941–1942 Series: Main Character: Richard Henry Benson, a super-strength crime-fighter known as "The Avenger." Sidekick: Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Inspiration: Benson's character drew heavily from popular figures like The Shadow and Doc Savage, combining their traits to appeal to fans of those successful series. Promotion: In August 1941, WHN linked the radio show to Street and Smith's magazine, The Avenger, through eye-catching red posters displayed at newsstands. 1945–1946 Series: Main Character: Jim Brandon, a biochemist who becomes The Avenger. Innovations: Brandon uses a Telepathic Indicator and a Secret Diffusion Capsule to aid in his crime-fighting efforts. Comparison: This version was often seen as a budget-friendly counterpart to The Shadow, sharing similarities in narrative style and character traits. For instance, Brandon, like The Shadow, had a beautiful assistant, Fern Collier, who knew his true identity and helped him in his missions. Brandon also used "a black light of invisibility" and could interpret "thought flashes." Personnel: 1941–1942 Series: Main Role: Played by an unidentified New York actor, while Humphrey Davis portrayed Mac. Notable Cast: Bill Zuckert joined the cast in 1942, but his specific role was not disclosed. Director: Maurice Joachim. Writers: Paul Ernst (using the pseudonym Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston. 1945–1946 Series: Lead Role: Initially played by James Monks, later replaced by Dick Janaver. Fern Collier: Played by Helen Adamson. Announcer: George Ansbro. Music: Provided by Doc Whipple. Producer: Charles Michelson. Writers: Included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson (also the creator of The Shadow). Syndication: Distribution: Managed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, which offered the series to stations across the country. Episodes: A total of 52 episodes were made available for syndication, as noted in the October 22, 1945, issue of Broadcasting. Dive into "The Avenger" to experience thrilling crime stories from the golden age of radio. Whether it's Richard Henry Benson or Jim Brandon, each brings their unique blend of heroism and innovation to the fight against crime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The Avenger - Classic Radio Crime Drama Overview: "The Avenger" is an iconic old-time radio crime drama with two distinct series that captured audiences in the 1940s. The first series aired on WHN in New York City from July 18, 1941, to November 3, 1942. The second series was nationally syndicated from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. It holds the distinction of being the first program distributed by the WHN Transcription Service, known previously for distributing commercials. Format and Characters: 1941–1942 Series: Main Character: Richard Henry Benson, a super-strength crime-fighter known as "The Avenger." Sidekick: Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Inspiration: Benson's character drew heavily from popular figures like The Shadow and Doc Savage, combining their traits to appeal to fans of those successful series. Promotion: In August 1941, WHN linked the radio show to Street and Smith's magazine, The Avenger, through eye-catching red posters displayed at newsstands. 1945–1946 Series: Main Character: Jim Brandon, a biochemist who becomes The Avenger. Innovations: Brandon uses a Telepathic Indicator and a Secret Diffusion Capsule to aid in his crime-fighting efforts. Comparison: This version was often seen as a budget-friendly counterpart to The Shadow, sharing similarities in narrative style and character traits. For instance, Brandon, like The Shadow, had a beautiful assistant, Fern Collier, who knew his true identity and helped him in his missions. Brandon also used "a black light of invisibility" and could interpret "thought flashes." Personnel: 1941–1942 Series: Main Role: Played by an unidentified New York actor, while Humphrey Davis portrayed Mac. Notable Cast: Bill Zuckert joined the cast in 1942, but his specific role was not disclosed. Director: Maurice Joachim. Writers: Paul Ernst (using the pseudonym Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston. 1945–1946 Series: Lead Role: Initially played by James Monks, later replaced by Dick Janaver. Fern Collier: Played by Helen Adamson. Announcer: George Ansbro. Music: Provided by Doc Whipple. Producer: Charles Michelson. Writers: Included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson (also the creator of The Shadow). Syndication: Distribution: Managed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, which offered the series to stations across the country. Episodes: A total of 52 episodes were made available for syndication, as noted in the October 22, 1945, issue of Broadcasting. Dive into "The Avenger" to experience thrilling crime stories from the golden age of radio. Whether it's Richard Henry Benson or Jim Brandon, each brings their unique blend of heroism and innovation to the fight against crime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The Avenger - Classic Radio Crime Drama Overview: "The Avenger" is an iconic old-time radio crime drama with two distinct series that captured audiences in the 1940s. The first series aired on WHN in New York City from July 18, 1941, to November 3, 1942. The second series was nationally syndicated from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. It holds the distinction of being the first program distributed by the WHN Transcription Service, known previously for distributing commercials. Format and Characters: 1941–1942 Series: Main Character: Richard Henry Benson, a super-strength crime-fighter known as "The Avenger." Sidekick: Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Inspiration: Benson's character drew heavily from popular figures like The Shadow and Doc Savage, combining their traits to appeal to fans of those successful series. Promotion: In August 1941, WHN linked the radio show to Street and Smith's magazine, The Avenger, through eye-catching red posters displayed at newsstands. 1945–1946 Series: Main Character: Jim Brandon, a biochemist who becomes The Avenger. Innovations: Brandon uses a Telepathic Indicator and a Secret Diffusion Capsule to aid in his crime-fighting efforts. Comparison: This version was often seen as a budget-friendly counterpart to The Shadow, sharing similarities in narrative style and character traits. For instance, Brandon, like The Shadow, had a beautiful assistant, Fern Collier, who knew his true identity and helped him in his missions. Brandon also used "a black light of invisibility" and could interpret "thought flashes." Personnel: 1941–1942 Series: Main Role: Played by an unidentified New York actor, while Humphrey Davis portrayed Mac. Notable Cast: Bill Zuckert joined the cast in 1942, but his specific role was not disclosed. Director: Maurice Joachim. Writers: Paul Ernst (using the pseudonym Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston. 1945–1946 Series: Lead Role: Initially played by James Monks, later replaced by Dick Janaver. Fern Collier: Played by Helen Adamson. Announcer: George Ansbro. Music: Provided by Doc Whipple. Producer: Charles Michelson. Writers: Included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson (also the creator of The Shadow). Syndication: Distribution: Managed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, which offered the series to stations across the country. Episodes: A total of 52 episodes were made available for syndication, as noted in the October 22, 1945, issue of Broadcasting. Dive into "The Avenger" to experience thrilling crime stories from the golden age of radio. Whether it's Richard Henry Benson or Jim Brandon, each brings their unique blend of heroism and innovation to the fight against crime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The Avenger - Classic Radio Crime Drama Overview: "The Avenger" is an iconic old-time radio crime drama with two distinct series that captured audiences in the 1940s. The first series aired on WHN in New York City from July 18, 1941, to November 3, 1942. The second series was nationally syndicated from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. It holds the distinction of being the first program distributed by the WHN Transcription Service, known previously for distributing commercials. Format and Characters: 1941–1942 Series: Main Character: Richard Henry Benson, a super-strength crime-fighter known as "The Avenger." Sidekick: Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Inspiration: Benson's character drew heavily from popular figures like The Shadow and Doc Savage, combining their traits to appeal to fans of those successful series. Promotion: In August 1941, WHN linked the radio show to Street and Smith's magazine, The Avenger, through eye-catching red posters displayed at newsstands. 1945–1946 Series: Main Character: Jim Brandon, a biochemist who becomes The Avenger. Innovations: Brandon uses a Telepathic Indicator and a Secret Diffusion Capsule to aid in his crime-fighting efforts. Comparison: This version was often seen as a budget-friendly counterpart to The Shadow, sharing similarities in narrative style and character traits. For instance, Brandon, like The Shadow, had a beautiful assistant, Fern Collier, who knew his true identity and helped him in his missions. Brandon also used "a black light of invisibility" and could interpret "thought flashes." Personnel: 1941–1942 Series: Main Role: Played by an unidentified New York actor, while Humphrey Davis portrayed Mac. Notable Cast: Bill Zuckert joined the cast in 1942, but his specific role was not disclosed. Director: Maurice Joachim. Writers: Paul Ernst (using the pseudonym Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston. 1945–1946 Series: Lead Role: Initially played by James Monks, later replaced by Dick Janaver. Fern Collier: Played by Helen Adamson. Announcer: George Ansbro. Music: Provided by Doc Whipple. Producer: Charles Michelson. Writers: Included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson (also the creator of The Shadow). Syndication: Distribution: Managed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, which offered the series to stations across the country. Episodes: A total of 52 episodes were made available for syndication, as noted in the October 22, 1945, issue of Broadcasting. Dive into "The Avenger" to experience thrilling crime stories from the golden age of radio. Whether it's Richard Henry Benson or Jim Brandon, each brings their unique blend of heroism and innovation to the fight against crime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The Avenger - Classic Radio Crime Drama Overview: "The Avenger" is an iconic old-time radio crime drama with two distinct series that captured audiences in the 1940s. The first series aired on WHN in New York City from July 18, 1941, to November 3, 1942. The second series was nationally syndicated from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. It holds the distinction of being the first program distributed by the WHN Transcription Service, known previously for distributing commercials. Format and Characters: 1941–1942 Series: Main Character: Richard Henry Benson, a super-strength crime-fighter known as "The Avenger." Sidekick: Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Inspiration: Benson's character drew heavily from popular figures like The Shadow and Doc Savage, combining their traits to appeal to fans of those successful series. Promotion: In August 1941, WHN linked the radio show to Street and Smith's magazine, The Avenger, through eye-catching red posters displayed at newsstands. 1945–1946 Series: Main Character: Jim Brandon, a biochemist who becomes The Avenger. Innovations: Brandon uses a Telepathic Indicator and a Secret Diffusion Capsule to aid in his crime-fighting efforts. Comparison: This version was often seen as a budget-friendly counterpart to The Shadow, sharing similarities in narrative style and character traits. For instance, Brandon, like The Shadow, had a beautiful assistant, Fern Collier, who knew his true identity and helped him in his missions. Brandon also used "a black light of invisibility" and could interpret "thought flashes." Personnel: 1941–1942 Series: Main Role: Played by an unidentified New York actor, while Humphrey Davis portrayed Mac. Notable Cast: Bill Zuckert joined the cast in 1942, but his specific role was not disclosed. Director: Maurice Joachim. Writers: Paul Ernst (using the pseudonym Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston. 1945–1946 Series: Lead Role: Initially played by James Monks, later replaced by Dick Janaver. Fern Collier: Played by Helen Adamson. Announcer: George Ansbro. Music: Provided by Doc Whipple. Producer: Charles Michelson. Writers: Included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson (also the creator of The Shadow). Syndication: Distribution: Managed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, which offered the series to stations across the country. Episodes: A total of 52 episodes were made available for syndication, as noted in the October 22, 1945, issue of Broadcasting. Dive into "The Avenger" to experience thrilling crime stories from the golden age of radio. Whether it's Richard Henry Benson or Jim Brandon, each brings their unique blend of heroism and innovation to the fight against crime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The Avenger - Classic Radio Crime Drama Overview: "The Avenger" is an iconic old-time radio crime drama with two distinct series that captured audiences in the 1940s. The first series aired on WHN in New York City from July 18, 1941, to November 3, 1942. The second series was nationally syndicated from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. It holds the distinction of being the first program distributed by the WHN Transcription Service, known previously for distributing commercials. Format and Characters: 1941–1942 Series: Main Character: Richard Henry Benson, a super-strength crime-fighter known as "The Avenger." Sidekick: Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Inspiration: Benson's character drew heavily from popular figures like The Shadow and Doc Savage, combining their traits to appeal to fans of those successful series. Promotion: In August 1941, WHN linked the radio show to Street and Smith's magazine, The Avenger, through eye-catching red posters displayed at newsstands. 1945–1946 Series: Main Character: Jim Brandon, a biochemist who becomes The Avenger. Innovations: Brandon uses a Telepathic Indicator and a Secret Diffusion Capsule to aid in his crime-fighting efforts. Comparison: This version was often seen as a budget-friendly counterpart to The Shadow, sharing similarities in narrative style and character traits. For instance, Brandon, like The Shadow, had a beautiful assistant, Fern Collier, who knew his true identity and helped him in his missions. Brandon also used "a black light of invisibility" and could interpret "thought flashes." Personnel: 1941–1942 Series: Main Role: Played by an unidentified New York actor, while Humphrey Davis portrayed Mac. Notable Cast: Bill Zuckert joined the cast in 1942, but his specific role was not disclosed. Director: Maurice Joachim. Writers: Paul Ernst (using the pseudonym Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston. 1945–1946 Series: Lead Role: Initially played by James Monks, later replaced by Dick Janaver. Fern Collier: Played by Helen Adamson. Announcer: George Ansbro. Music: Provided by Doc Whipple. Producer: Charles Michelson. Writers: Included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson (also the creator of The Shadow). Syndication: Distribution: Managed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, which offered the series to stations across the country. Episodes: A total of 52 episodes were made available for syndication, as noted in the October 22, 1945, issue of Broadcasting. Dive into "The Avenger" to experience thrilling crime stories from the golden age of radio. Whether it's Richard Henry Benson or Jim Brandon, each brings their unique blend of heroism and innovation to the fight against crime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The Avenger - Classic Radio Crime Drama Overview: "The Avenger" is an iconic old-time radio crime drama with two distinct series that captured audiences in the 1940s. The first series aired on WHN in New York City from July 18, 1941, to November 3, 1942. The second series was nationally syndicated from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. It holds the distinction of being the first program distributed by the WHN Transcription Service, known previously for distributing commercials. Format and Characters: 1941–1942 Series: Main Character: Richard Henry Benson, a super-strength crime-fighter known as "The Avenger." Sidekick: Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Inspiration: Benson's character drew heavily from popular figures like The Shadow and Doc Savage, combining their traits to appeal to fans of those successful series. Promotion: In August 1941, WHN linked the radio show to Street and Smith's magazine, The Avenger, through eye-catching red posters displayed at newsstands. 1945–1946 Series: Main Character: Jim Brandon, a biochemist who becomes The Avenger. Innovations: Brandon uses a Telepathic Indicator and a Secret Diffusion Capsule to aid in his crime-fighting efforts. Comparison: This version was often seen as a budget-friendly counterpart to The Shadow, sharing similarities in narrative style and character traits. For instance, Brandon, like The Shadow, had a beautiful assistant, Fern Collier, who knew his true identity and helped him in his missions. Brandon also used "a black light of invisibility" and could interpret "thought flashes." Personnel: 1941–1942 Series: Main Role: Played by an unidentified New York actor, while Humphrey Davis portrayed Mac. Notable Cast: Bill Zuckert joined the cast in 1942, but his specific role was not disclosed. Director: Maurice Joachim. Writers: Paul Ernst (using the pseudonym Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston. 1945–1946 Series: Lead Role: Initially played by James Monks, later replaced by Dick Janaver. Fern Collier: Played by Helen Adamson. Announcer: George Ansbro. Music: Provided by Doc Whipple. Producer: Charles Michelson. Writers: Included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson (also the creator of The Shadow). Syndication: Distribution: Managed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, which offered the series to stations across the country. Episodes: A total of 52 episodes were made available for syndication, as noted in the October 22, 1945, issue of Broadcasting. Dive into "The Avenger" to experience thrilling crime stories from the golden age of radio. Whether it's Richard Henry Benson or Jim Brandon, each brings their unique blend of heroism and innovation to the fight against crime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The Avenger - Classic Radio Crime Drama Overview: "The Avenger" is an iconic old-time radio crime drama with two distinct series that captured audiences in the 1940s. The first series aired on WHN in New York City from July 18, 1941, to November 3, 1942. The second series was nationally syndicated from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. It holds the distinction of being the first program distributed by the WHN Transcription Service, known previously for distributing commercials. Format and Characters: 1941–1942 Series: Main Character: Richard Henry Benson, a super-strength crime-fighter known as "The Avenger." Sidekick: Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Inspiration: Benson's character drew heavily from popular figures like The Shadow and Doc Savage, combining their traits to appeal to fans of those successful series. Promotion: In August 1941, WHN linked the radio show to Street and Smith's magazine, The Avenger, through eye-catching red posters displayed at newsstands. 1945–1946 Series: Main Character: Jim Brandon, a biochemist who becomes The Avenger. Innovations: Brandon uses a Telepathic Indicator and a Secret Diffusion Capsule to aid in his crime-fighting efforts. Comparison: This version was often seen as a budget-friendly counterpart to The Shadow, sharing similarities in narrative style and character traits. For instance, Brandon, like The Shadow, had a beautiful assistant, Fern Collier, who knew his true identity and helped him in his missions. Brandon also used "a black light of invisibility" and could interpret "thought flashes." Personnel: 1941–1942 Series: Main Role: Played by an unidentified New York actor, while Humphrey Davis portrayed Mac. Notable Cast: Bill Zuckert joined the cast in 1942, but his specific role was not disclosed. Director: Maurice Joachim. Writers: Paul Ernst (using the pseudonym Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston. 1945–1946 Series: Lead Role: Initially played by James Monks, later replaced by Dick Janaver. Fern Collier: Played by Helen Adamson. Announcer: George Ansbro. Music: Provided by Doc Whipple. Producer: Charles Michelson. Writers: Included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson (also the creator of The Shadow). Syndication: Distribution: Managed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, which offered the series to stations across the country. Episodes: A total of 52 episodes were made available for syndication, as noted in the October 22, 1945, issue of Broadcasting. Dive into "The Avenger" to experience thrilling crime stories from the golden age of radio. Whether it's Richard Henry Benson or Jim Brandon, each brings their unique blend of heroism and innovation to the fight against crime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The Avenger - Classic Radio Crime Drama Overview: "The Avenger" is an iconic old-time radio crime drama with two distinct series that captured audiences in the 1940s. The first series aired on WHN in New York City from July 18, 1941, to November 3, 1942. The second series was nationally syndicated from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. It holds the distinction of being the first program distributed by the WHN Transcription Service, known previously for distributing commercials. Format and Characters: 1941–1942 Series: Main Character: Richard Henry Benson, a super-strength crime-fighter known as "The Avenger." Sidekick: Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Inspiration: Benson's character drew heavily from popular figures like The Shadow and Doc Savage, combining their traits to appeal to fans of those successful series. Promotion: In August 1941, WHN linked the radio show to Street and Smith's magazine, The Avenger, through eye-catching red posters displayed at newsstands. 1945–1946 Series: Main Character: Jim Brandon, a biochemist who becomes The Avenger. Innovations: Brandon uses a Telepathic Indicator and a Secret Diffusion Capsule to aid in his crime-fighting efforts. Comparison: This version was often seen as a budget-friendly counterpart to The Shadow, sharing similarities in narrative style and character traits. For instance, Brandon, like The Shadow, had a beautiful assistant, Fern Collier, who knew his true identity and helped him in his missions. Brandon also used "a black light of invisibility" and could interpret "thought flashes." Personnel: 1941–1942 Series: Main Role: Played by an unidentified New York actor, while Humphrey Davis portrayed Mac. Notable Cast: Bill Zuckert joined the cast in 1942, but his specific role was not disclosed. Director: Maurice Joachim. Writers: Paul Ernst (using the pseudonym Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston. 1945–1946 Series: Lead Role: Initially played by James Monks, later replaced by Dick Janaver. Fern Collier: Played by Helen Adamson. Announcer: George Ansbro. Music: Provided by Doc Whipple. Producer: Charles Michelson. Writers: Included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson (also the creator of The Shadow). Syndication: Distribution: Managed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, which offered the series to stations across the country. Episodes: A total of 52 episodes were made available for syndication, as noted in the October 22, 1945, issue of Broadcasting. Dive into "The Avenger" to experience thrilling crime stories from the golden age of radio. Whether it's Richard Henry Benson or Jim Brandon, each brings their unique blend of heroism and innovation to the fight against crime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The Avenger - Classic Radio Crime Drama Overview: "The Avenger" is an iconic old-time radio crime drama with two distinct series that captured audiences in the 1940s. The first series aired on WHN in New York City from July 18, 1941, to November 3, 1942. The second series was nationally syndicated from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. It holds the distinction of being the first program distributed by the WHN Transcription Service, known previously for distributing commercials. Format and Characters: 1941–1942 Series: Main Character: Richard Henry Benson, a super-strength crime-fighter known as "The Avenger." Sidekick: Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Inspiration: Benson's character drew heavily from popular figures like The Shadow and Doc Savage, combining their traits to appeal to fans of those successful series. Promotion: In August 1941, WHN linked the radio show to Street and Smith's magazine, The Avenger, through eye-catching red posters displayed at newsstands. 1945–1946 Series: Main Character: Jim Brandon, a biochemist who becomes The Avenger. Innovations: Brandon uses a Telepathic Indicator and a Secret Diffusion Capsule to aid in his crime-fighting efforts. Comparison: This version was often seen as a budget-friendly counterpart to The Shadow, sharing similarities in narrative style and character traits. For instance, Brandon, like The Shadow, had a beautiful assistant, Fern Collier, who knew his true identity and helped him in his missions. Brandon also used "a black light of invisibility" and could interpret "thought flashes." Personnel: 1941–1942 Series: Main Role: Played by an unidentified New York actor, while Humphrey Davis portrayed Mac. Notable Cast: Bill Zuckert joined the cast in 1942, but his specific role was not disclosed. Director: Maurice Joachim. Writers: Paul Ernst (using the pseudonym Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston. 1945–1946 Series: Lead Role: Initially played by James Monks, later replaced by Dick Janaver. Fern Collier: Played by Helen Adamson. Announcer: George Ansbro. Music: Provided by Doc Whipple. Producer: Charles Michelson. Writers: Included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson (also the creator of The Shadow). Syndication: Distribution: Managed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, which offered the series to stations across the country. Episodes: A total of 52 episodes were made available for syndication, as noted in the October 22, 1945, issue of Broadcasting. Dive into "The Avenger" to experience thrilling crime stories from the golden age of radio. Whether it's Richard Henry Benson or Jim Brandon, each brings their unique blend of heroism and innovation to the fight against crime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The Avenger - Classic Radio Crime Drama Overview: "The Avenger" is an iconic old-time radio crime drama with two distinct series that captured audiences in the 1940s. The first series aired on WHN in New York City from July 18, 1941, to November 3, 1942. The second series was nationally syndicated from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. It holds the distinction of being the first program distributed by the WHN Transcription Service, known previously for distributing commercials. Format and Characters: 1941–1942 Series: Main Character: Richard Henry Benson, a super-strength crime-fighter known as "The Avenger." Sidekick: Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Inspiration: Benson's character drew heavily from popular figures like The Shadow and Doc Savage, combining their traits to appeal to fans of those successful series. Promotion: In August 1941, WHN linked the radio show to Street and Smith's magazine, The Avenger, through eye-catching red posters displayed at newsstands. 1945–1946 Series: Main Character: Jim Brandon, a biochemist who becomes The Avenger. Innovations: Brandon uses a Telepathic Indicator and a Secret Diffusion Capsule to aid in his crime-fighting efforts. Comparison: This version was often seen as a budget-friendly counterpart to The Shadow, sharing similarities in narrative style and character traits. For instance, Brandon, like The Shadow, had a beautiful assistant, Fern Collier, who knew his true identity and helped him in his missions. Brandon also used "a black light of invisibility" and could interpret "thought flashes." Personnel: 1941–1942 Series: Main Role: Played by an unidentified New York actor, while Humphrey Davis portrayed Mac. Notable Cast: Bill Zuckert joined the cast in 1942, but his specific role was not disclosed. Director: Maurice Joachim. Writers: Paul Ernst (using the pseudonym Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston. 1945–1946 Series: Lead Role: Initially played by James Monks, later replaced by Dick Janaver. Fern Collier: Played by Helen Adamson. Announcer: George Ansbro. Music: Provided by Doc Whipple. Producer: Charles Michelson. Writers: Included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson (also the creator of The Shadow). Syndication: Distribution: Managed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, which offered the series to stations across the country. Episodes: A total of 52 episodes were made available for syndication, as noted in the October 22, 1945, issue of Broadcasting. Dive into "The Avenger" to experience thrilling crime stories from the golden age of radio. Whether it's Richard Henry Benson or Jim Brandon, each brings their unique blend of heroism and innovation to the fight against crime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The Avenger - Classic Radio Crime Drama Overview: "The Avenger" is an iconic old-time radio crime drama with two distinct series that captured audiences in the 1940s. The first series aired on WHN in New York City from July 18, 1941, to November 3, 1942. The second series was nationally syndicated from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. It holds the distinction of being the first program distributed by the WHN Transcription Service, known previously for distributing commercials. Format and Characters: 1941–1942 Series: Main Character: Richard Henry Benson, a super-strength crime-fighter known as "The Avenger." Sidekick: Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Inspiration: Benson's character drew heavily from popular figures like The Shadow and Doc Savage, combining their traits to appeal to fans of those successful series. Promotion: In August 1941, WHN linked the radio show to Street and Smith's magazine, The Avenger, through eye-catching red posters displayed at newsstands. 1945–1946 Series: Main Character: Jim Brandon, a biochemist who becomes The Avenger. Innovations: Brandon uses a Telepathic Indicator and a Secret Diffusion Capsule to aid in his crime-fighting efforts. Comparison: This version was often seen as a budget-friendly counterpart to The Shadow, sharing similarities in narrative style and character traits. For instance, Brandon, like The Shadow, had a beautiful assistant, Fern Collier, who knew his true identity and helped him in his missions. Brandon also used "a black light of invisibility" and could interpret "thought flashes." Personnel: 1941–1942 Series: Main Role: Played by an unidentified New York actor, while Humphrey Davis portrayed Mac. Notable Cast: Bill Zuckert joined the cast in 1942, but his specific role was not disclosed. Director: Maurice Joachim. Writers: Paul Ernst (using the pseudonym Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston. 1945–1946 Series: Lead Role: Initially played by James Monks, later replaced by Dick Janaver. Fern Collier: Played by Helen Adamson. Announcer: George Ansbro. Music: Provided by Doc Whipple. Producer: Charles Michelson. Writers: Included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson (also the creator of The Shadow). Syndication: Distribution: Managed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, which offered the series to stations across the country. Episodes: A total of 52 episodes were made available for syndication, as noted in the October 22, 1945, issue of Broadcasting. Dive into "The Avenger" to experience thrilling crime stories from the golden age of radio. Whether it's Richard Henry Benson or Jim Brandon, each brings their unique blend of heroism and innovation to the fight against crime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The Avenger - Classic Radio Crime Drama Overview: "The Avenger" is an iconic old-time radio crime drama with two distinct series that captured audiences in the 1940s. The first series aired on WHN in New York City from July 18, 1941, to November 3, 1942. The second series was nationally syndicated from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. It holds the distinction of being the first program distributed by the WHN Transcription Service, known previously for distributing commercials. Format and Characters: 1941–1942 Series: Main Character: Richard Henry Benson, a super-strength crime-fighter known as "The Avenger." Sidekick: Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Inspiration: Benson's character drew heavily from popular figures like The Shadow and Doc Savage, combining their traits to appeal to fans of those successful series. Promotion: In August 1941, WHN linked the radio show to Street and Smith's magazine, The Avenger, through eye-catching red posters displayed at newsstands. 1945–1946 Series: Main Character: Jim Brandon, a biochemist who becomes The Avenger. Innovations: Brandon uses a Telepathic Indicator and a Secret Diffusion Capsule to aid in his crime-fighting efforts. Comparison: This version was often seen as a budget-friendly counterpart to The Shadow, sharing similarities in narrative style and character traits. For instance, Brandon, like The Shadow, had a beautiful assistant, Fern Collier, who knew his true identity and helped him in his missions. Brandon also used "a black light of invisibility" and could interpret "thought flashes." Personnel: 1941–1942 Series: Main Role: Played by an unidentified New York actor, while Humphrey Davis portrayed Mac. Notable Cast: Bill Zuckert joined the cast in 1942, but his specific role was not disclosed. Director: Maurice Joachim. Writers: Paul Ernst (using the pseudonym Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston. 1945–1946 Series: Lead Role: Initially played by James Monks, later replaced by Dick Janaver. Fern Collier: Played by Helen Adamson. Announcer: George Ansbro. Music: Provided by Doc Whipple. Producer: Charles Michelson. Writers: Included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson (also the creator of The Shadow). Syndication: Distribution: Managed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, which offered the series to stations across the country. Episodes: A total of 52 episodes were made available for syndication, as noted in the October 22, 1945, issue of Broadcasting. Dive into "The Avenger" to experience thrilling crime stories from the golden age of radio. Whether it's Richard Henry Benson or Jim Brandon, each brings their unique blend of heroism and innovation to the fight against crime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The Avenger - Classic Radio Crime Drama Overview: "The Avenger" is an iconic old-time radio crime drama with two distinct series that captured audiences in the 1940s. The first series aired on WHN in New York City from July 18, 1941, to November 3, 1942. The second series was nationally syndicated from October 25, 1945, to April 18, 1946. It holds the distinction of being the first program distributed by the WHN Transcription Service, known previously for distributing commercials. Format and Characters: 1941–1942 Series: Main Character: Richard Henry Benson, a super-strength crime-fighter known as "The Avenger." Sidekick: Fergus "Mac" MacMurdie. Inspiration: Benson's character drew heavily from popular figures like The Shadow and Doc Savage, combining their traits to appeal to fans of those successful series. Promotion: In August 1941, WHN linked the radio show to Street and Smith's magazine, The Avenger, through eye-catching red posters displayed at newsstands. 1945–1946 Series: Main Character: Jim Brandon, a biochemist who becomes The Avenger. Innovations: Brandon uses a Telepathic Indicator and a Secret Diffusion Capsule to aid in his crime-fighting efforts. Comparison: This version was often seen as a budget-friendly counterpart to The Shadow, sharing similarities in narrative style and character traits. For instance, Brandon, like The Shadow, had a beautiful assistant, Fern Collier, who knew his true identity and helped him in his missions. Brandon also used "a black light of invisibility" and could interpret "thought flashes." Personnel: 1941–1942 Series: Main Role: Played by an unidentified New York actor, while Humphrey Davis portrayed Mac. Notable Cast: Bill Zuckert joined the cast in 1942, but his specific role was not disclosed. Director: Maurice Joachim. Writers: Paul Ernst (using the pseudonym Kenneth Robeson) and Henry Ralston. 1945–1946 Series: Lead Role: Initially played by James Monks, later replaced by Dick Janaver. Fern Collier: Played by Helen Adamson. Announcer: George Ansbro. Music: Provided by Doc Whipple. Producer: Charles Michelson. Writers: Included Gil Braun, Ruth Braun, and Walter Gibson (also the creator of The Shadow). Syndication: Distribution: Managed by Charles Michelson Inc. of New York City, which offered the series to stations across the country. Episodes: A total of 52 episodes were made available for syndication, as noted in the October 22, 1945, issue of Broadcasting. Dive into "The Avenger" to experience thrilling crime stories from the golden age of radio. Whether it's Richard Henry Benson or Jim Brandon, each brings their unique blend of heroism and innovation to the fight against crime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
The captivating radio series features James Monks and Helen Adamson as its lead actors, delivering compelling performances that bring the characters to life. The talented Allyn Edwards takes on the role of the announcer, while Doc Whipple's skillful organ playing adds depth and atmosphere to the program. The series aired on WHN, New York City, on July 18, 1941, capturing the attention of listeners. It is possible that a different cast was involved in a later broadcast of the program. The air dates of the series varied depending on the station. While the east coast air date was July 18, 1941, the west coast air date was June 8, 1945, allowing stations to set their own broadcast schedules. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support
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In radio news, morning changes hit New York City Baltimore and Phoenix. There is lots of news on the street, and we remember tv game show host Bob Barker. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. Next Bill Sparks remembers the Dayton Ohio Ham Fest. This weeks Classic Aircheck is WHN from New York from 1983. Finally we cross the pond and hear Greatest Hits Radio from the United Kingdom.
Abby's solo this week with notes on THAT episode of Succession (spoilers included!), Taylor Swift + Joe Alwyn's breakup and its ripple effect through SwifTok, Tom Sandoval's disastrous + perplexing appearance on Howie Mandel's podcast, Amazon's The Power, Netflix's Beef, Showtime's Yellowjackets, Ben Affleck's Air + the ‘80s of it all, and more.Subscribe to WHN on Substack: https://wehavenotes.substack.com
From 'DA's New York Accent' (Subscribe Here), Jeff Smulyan has been called the Godfather of Sports Talk for his role in creating the genre. As CEO of Emmis Communications, he purchased WHN in New York City then flipped it to all sports and rebranded it as WFAN. It was a decision met with resistance and doubt within the company, let alone the outside world. And the early results were harrowing. But within a year, the FAN became an NYC staple and soon there were copycats nationwide. This is the story of how Suzyn Waldman discovered Buck Showalter, the FAN commercial that was too crass to air, and the early friction between Mike Francesa and Chris Russo. If you've ever listened to an all-sports radio station, this is the story of how that all happened. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Abby has notes on the VPR reunion looks, the new boygenius album, some podcast recommendations, and a few other tidbits before she's joined by writer Kerensa Cadenas to talk lots of fun TV stuff. They get into the most recent season of You—including how they'd like to see it wrap up and Kerensa's recent profile of Penn Badgley for British GQ, Succession, Vanderpump Rules, and lots more.Subscribe to WHN on Substack: https://wehavenotes.substack.com Follow Kerensa: https://twitter.com/kerensacadenas + https://www.instagram.com/kerensacadenas Kerensa's GQ piece on Penn: https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/culture/article/penn-badgley-interview-2023
The first voice heard on WFAN was that of Suzyn Waldman with a sports update at 3:00 pm,[11] followed by the first show, which was hosted by Jim Lampley. Waldman would report for the station, covering the Yankees and Knicks, for 14 years. Other personalities that hosted shows besides Lampley in the 1050 kHz years included Bill Mazer, Pete Franklin, Greg Gumbel and Ed Coleman. WFAN also inherited broadcast rights to the defending World Series champion New York Mets from WHN, who had held the rights for several years. Ratings were low initially but gradually improved. PICTURE: By ESPN - http://mediakit.espn.go.com/downloads/pdf/2010_pocket_guide.pdf, page 23, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=51846546 FOLLOW AND SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzyAwZGTgAdonBKhTxUiC2Q
Abby's reporting from the last few shows of Love on Tour with Harry Styles (duh!) in California, coupled with the news of Beyoncé's Renaissance tour. Translation: There's a LOT going on. Then she's joined by WHN's first mother/daughter duo—her dear friend/return guest Alexis DiResta and her amazing 7th grade daughter Violet—to talk about revisiting the shows and magazines of OUR youth…with an ACTUAL youth + much more from a cool Gen Z perspective.
WEPN (1050 kHz) is an all-sports AM radio station licensed to New York, New York. The station is owned-and-operated by Good Karma Brands and its transmitter site is located in North Bergen, New Jersey. The 1050 AM facility in New York signed on in 1922 as WHN. For the majority of its existence under these call letters, as well as during its 14-year stint as WMGM, the station broadcast several different music-based formats, finally assuming a country music format in 1973. In 1987, WHN dropped its country format to become the first radio station dedicated entirely to sports programming, changing its call letters to WFAN. A series of transactions in the late 1980s resulted in WFAN's format and call letters moving in October 1988 to 660 AM (on which WFAN has continued to broadcast since), with the brokered programming format and call letters of The Forward-owned WEVD (previously on 97.9 FM) being moved to 1050 AM in February 1989. In 2001, The Walt Disney Company took control of the station (later buying it and renaming it to WEPN in 2003) and transformed it into a full-time affiliate of its ESPN Radio network. In 2012, WEPN became an affiliate of the Spanish-language ESPN Deportes Radio network, reverting to broadcasting the English-language ESPN Radio upon ESPN Deportes Radio's shutdown in 2019. Since its return to ESPN Radio programming in 2019, the station has largely become a passthrough for the national ESPN Radio lineup (including programs not cleared by WEPN-FM) and overflow play-by-play rights, including most New York Islanders games, and some New York Rangers games. PICTURE: https://goodkarmabrands.com/espn-new-york/
This week the WHN sports trio is back! They're talking football + why it's hard to be a fan sometimes, sports tears (and fights and, um, arrests), Friday Night Lights and other sports-adjacent shows (Does One Tree Hill count? Abby says yes!), John Tesh, Tom and Gisele, and so much more. Plus, Amy has a special statement to read regarding her last appearance on the show and what it did to the Kentucky basketball program.
Robbie's put together a CLINIC for the WHN segment for your Tuesday!
New information on monkeypox and COVID... isn't what we were hoping for. Also, when you really think about it, what is a nose?
March Madness is upon us! Rejoice! Abby has a few things to discuss at the top of show like the glorious collaboration between Manolo Blahnik + Birkenstock, the impact of William Hurt's movies on Gen X, and the best alternative to the nonsense that is Deux Moi. Then it's WHN (but make it sports) with returning guests Sarah Jenks-Daly and Amy Rowell. The ladies are getting into college hoops, weird sports superstitions and behaviors, the pain that comes with fandom, WTF is going on with Tom Brady, sports movies (ahem, American Anthem!), and so much more—all with a very fun spin, whether you're typically a sports person or not. Plus, if a Duke/Colts girl, a diehard Kentucky Wildcat, and a Patriots lifer can get along this well...there's hope for this world yet.Sarah Jenks-Daly's podcast, Late Night Lit https://art19.com/shows/late-night-with-seth-meyers-podcast/episodes/0bc8a469-71da-4e2e-ad02-0d4e792f2ad2 Amy Rowell's Company, PK's Gift Closethttps://www.pksgiftcloset.com/ Subscribe to the We Have Notes newsletterhttps://wehavenotes.substack.com Follow Abby Gardnerhttps://www.instagram.com/abbycgardner/ https://twitter.com/abbygardner Follow We Have Noteshttps://www.instagram.com/wehavenotes https://www.tiktok.com/@wehavenotes https://speakstudiopodcasting.com/wehavenotes Podcast powered and distributed by Speak.Studio
Abby's got a few quick notes on Rihanna, Wordle (and Taylordle), current obsession Joe Burrow, and the Janet Jackson documentary before diving into a wide-ranging conversation with the amazing writer/actor/producer Robinne Lee—whose delicious novel, The Idea of You, is basically WHN canon. They talk about the book (and how she feels about a sequel), boy bands, fandom, Leo, Titanic, the appeal of angst-y stories, the writing process + so much more goodness. And, of course, Harry Styles and One Direction.
The Adventures of Maisie (aka Maisie) was a radio comedy series starring Ann Sothern as underemployed entertainer Maisie Ravier and a spin-off of Sothern's successful 1939–1947 Maisie movie series, based on a character created by Wilson Collison.) The series was broadcast on CBS Radio, NBC Radio, the Mutual Radio Network, and Mutual flagship radio station WHN in New York City.---------------------------------------------------------------------------Entertainment Radio Stations Live 24/7 Sherlock Holmes/CBS Radio Mystery Theaterhttps://live365.com/station/Sherlock-Holmes-Classic-Radio--a91441https://live365.com/station/CBS-Radio-Mystery-Theater-a57491----------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Adventures of Maisie (aka Maisie) was a radio comedy series starring Ann Sothern as underemployed entertainer Maisie Ravier and a spin-off of Sothern's successful 1939–1947 Maisie movie series, based on a character created by Wilson Collison.) The series was broadcast on CBS Radio, NBC Radio, the Mutual Radio Network, and Mutual flagship radio station WHN in New York City.---------------------------------------------------------------------------Entertainment Radio Stations Live 24/7 Sherlock Holmes/CBS Radio Mystery Theaterhttps://live365.com/station/Sherlock-Holmes-Classic-Radio--a91441https://live365.com/station/CBS-Radio-Mystery-Theater-a57491----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Abby is joined once again by her friend Michelle Ruiz, the first second-time guest on WHN. They talk about why women are so obsessed with piercings right now, some of their fav recent reads like "The View Was Exhausting", "Nobody Will Tell You This But Me", and "Daisy Jones and the Six", what's next for William and Kate and the royals, their lust for the very tall and handsome Jacob Elordi, and much more. Plus, a few quick notes from Abby on the Met Gala and her dreamy trip to the Rhode Island of "The Last Great American Dynasty".
Abby and one of her oldest and dearest friends, Amy Rowell, chat about their love for corny content like Netflix's Virgin River and Hallmark movies, Sex/Life, Jamie Lynn Spears, Kourtney and Travis, the Real Housewives of Potomac, and much more. Plus, learn all about Amy's amazing gifting business PK's Gift Closet (https://www.pksgiftcloset.com) and get a discount on a gift box that is going to appeal to a LOT of WHN listeners.
The Adventures of Maisie (aka Maisie) was a radio comedy series starring Ann Sothern as underemployed entertainer Maisie Ravier and a spin-off of Sothern's successful 1939–1947 Maisie movie series, based on a character created by Wilson Collison.) The series was broadcast on CBS Radio, NBC Radio,[citation needed] the Mutual Radio Network, and Mutual flagship radio station WHN in New York City. Sponsored by Eversharp, the first series ran on CBS Radio from July 5, 1945 to March 28, 1947, airing on Thursdays at 8:30 p.m. during the first two months, then moving to Wednesdays at 9:30 p.m. (1945–46), then Fridays at 10:30 p.m. (1946–47). The supporting cast included Hy Averback, Arthur Q. Bryan, Hans Conried, Virginia Gregg, Peter Leeds, Johnny McGovern, and Sidney Miller. John "Bud" Hiestand was one of its many announcers, Harry Zimmerman and Albert Sack supplied the music, and John L. Greene produced. Tony Sanford directed scripts by Samuel Taylor and others. The series was heard on the Mutual Radio Network from January 11 to December 26, 1952, and it was syndicated from 1949 to 1952 with Pat McGeehan as Eddie Jordan. Bea Benaderet and Elvia Allman portrayed Mrs. Kennedy. The supporting cast included Averback, Conreid, Leeds, McGovern, Lurene Tuttle, Ben Wright, Sandra Gould, and Jeffrey Silver. Harry Zimmerman led the orchestra with John Easton and Jack McCoy announcing. The show popularized the 1940s catch phrase, "Likewise, I'm sure."
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