Podcasts about Willard Waterman

To kick off summertime listening, Project Audion's June offering is a brand-new episode of "The Great Gildersleeve." What makes this one of the great radio comedies? Well, historically, it was the first-ever spinoff series, and its classic sitcom characters were more deeply and warmly drawn than its parent show "Fibber and McGee and Molly," but no less funny.  Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve was the unforgettably blustery Water Commissioner of Summerfield, portrayed with a famous laugh full of innuendo by Hal Peary (and later Willard Waterman). Gildy's interactions with his nephew Leroy and niece Marjorie; friends like Judge Hooker, Peavey the druggist, and Floyd the barber; and his romantic entanglements with Leila Ransom's and others delivered laughs every week. All the regulars are here in this new script penned by Robert L. Mills and recreated by some of Audion's most talented voices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To kick off summertime listening, Project Audion's June offering is a brand-new episode of "The Great Gildersleeve." What makes this one of the great radio comedies? Well, historically, it was the first-ever spinoff series, and its classic sitcom characters were more deeply and warmly drawn than its parent show "Fibber and McGee and Molly," but no less funny.  Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve was the unforgettably blustery Water Commissioner of Summerfield, portrayed with a famous laugh full of innuendo by Hal Peary (and later Willard Waterman). Gildy's interactions with his nephew Leroy and niece Marjorie; friends like Judge Hooker, Peavey the druggist, and Floyd the barber; and his romantic entanglements with Leila Ransom's and others delivered laughs every week. All the regulars are here in this new script penned by Robert L. Mills and recreated by some of Audion's most talented voices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedy on a MondayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast April 28, 1948, 77 years ago.  Jimmy and guest Lucille Ball tour the country to see how women fit into American industry. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast April 28, 1954, 71 years ago, Gildy Swears Off Girls.  Gildy swears off dating women to save money. Peavy bets him a new hat that he can't do it. Then The Martin and Lewis Show, originally broadcast April 28, 1953, 72 years ago. Dean, Jerry, and guest Laraine Day do a sketch about a hillbilly baseball player.Followed by Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast April 28, 1949, 76 years ago, Tony's Home Permanent. The Sam Shovel story is about a boy named Tony whose mother kept him locked in the closet. It's called "Tony's Home Permanent."Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 28, 1942, 83 years ago, Build Apartments for Free?  Gregory W. W. Dobbs, a friend of Squire Skimp, will build the "Wonderful World Apartments" for free!Thanks to Honeywell 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

Comedy on a WednesdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball, originally broadcast April 16, 1950, 75 years ago, Anniversary Presents.  It's the Coopers' anniversary, so Liz and George return to the scene of the crime to recreate George's proposal.Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast April 16, 1957, 68 years ago, The Family Prepares for Easter.  Gildy and the family attend Easter sunrise services.Then A Day in the Life of Dennis Day, originally broadcast April 16, 1949, 76 years ago, Campaigning for Assembly. Dennis goes to apply for a civil service job and finds himself in politics. Followed by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 16, 1940, 85 years ago, Big Ink Stain on the Carpet. When Fibber spills ink on the rug, the prescribed remedy is milk and salt. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 16, 1942, 83 years ago, How to spend the $10,000?   While Ulysses S. Quincy is insisting on a toll bridge, everyone else has a none-too-brilliant idea of what to do with the $10,000. How about an alligator farm?Thanks to Honeywell 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

A Variety TuesdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Big Show starring Tallulah Bankhead, originally broadcast April 15, 1951, 74 years ago. Jack Carson gives Tallulah a singing lesson. Olivia de Havilland and Evelyn Vardin do a scene from "Romeo and Juliet." Martha Raye does a baseball skit. Eddie Cantor appears as "Maxie The Taxi," a Brooklyn cab driver he made famous with a series of skits on television. Baseball player Tommy Hendrick gives Tallulah some of the fine points of the game. Phil Foster remember life in old Brooklyn. Tallulah reads "Casey At The Bat," as De Wolfe Hopper might have done it. Jack Carson and Martha Raye describe what might have happened to Casey when he got home that night!Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast April 15, 1953, 72 years ago, Boys' Club.  The Jolly Boys offer the use of their clubhouse for Leroy and his friends.Finally Can You Imagine That with Lindsay MacHarrie, originally broadcast in 1940, 85 years ago, Two Million an Hour.  A man earns $2 million dollars an hour, two famous authors engage in a public fight, a noted man gets a warm place by the fire through a half a peck of oysters.Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html

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Comedy on a WednesdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 2, 1946, 79 years ago, Car Ignition Lock.  Fibber is working on his "McGee Protecto Rejecto Ignition Lock."Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast April 2, 1952, 73 years ago, Colorful Past. Is Gildersleeve really William Cosgrove? Cosgrove's wife is in town, and she insists that Gildersleeve is her husband!Then The Charlie McCarthy Show, originally broadcast April 2, 1944, 81 years ago, with guest Orson Welles. Followed by George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast April 2, 1945, 80 years ago, Gracie needs a fur coat.  George decides to go rabbit hunting. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 2, 1942, 83 years ago, Ways to Spend The Money.   What to do with the $10,000 left by Diogenes? How about an art museum? An elevator?Thanks to Honeywell 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

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A Funny FridayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen People Are Funny starring Art Linkletter, originally broadcast February 7, 1950, 75 years ago, Cinderella Gets Her Greatest Wish.  The first contestant tries to milk a goat on stage. "The Cinderella Girl" from Omaha returns...and gets a job in the movies!Followed by the news from 75 years ago, then Bob Hope, originally broadcast February 7, 1950, 75 years ago with guest Fred Allen. Bob and guest Fred Allen try to break into television as "The TV Twins." Then The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast February 7, 1951, 74 years ago, Day Off For Peavey. It's Peavy's 30th anniversary at the drugstore, and Gildersleeve volunteers to run the store for him. Richard LeGrand receives an award from The National Association of Retail Druggists (signed by 60,000 members!) as "America's Favorite Druggist" on the occasion of his 50th anniversary in show business. Followed by George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast February 7, 1946, 79 years ago, The Marriage Contest.  George and Gracie have made the finals in the contest for "Hollywood's Ideal Married Couple."Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast February 7, 1949, 76 years ago, A Leeson for Jimmy.  A package for David. What's in it?Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Same Time, Same Station 02/02/2025 Hal Peary and Willard Waterman Part 2. “The Great Gildersleeve 05/28/1947 ep251 Gildy Gives Up Cigars. Willard Waterman is back as Mr. Purvis, insurance salesman. “We Care” 09/26/1948 A Bimbo From Limbo. Harold Peary, Virginia Gregg, Anne Whitfield, Willard Watterman. “Fibber McGee And Molly” 05/17/1954 (0900) Fibber on Trial. “The Great Gildersleeve) 04/06/1949 Ep322 Baby’s Birthday Party and scheduling Conflicts. “The Great Gildersleeve” 10/03/1951 Ep412 Gildy Wants To Be Re-Elected. If you would like to request shows, please call (714) 449-1958 E-mail: Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com John Gassman: John1Gassman@gmail.com

Same Time, Same Station 02/02/2025 Hal Peary and Willard Waterman Part 2. “The Great Gildersleeve 05/28/1947 ep251 Gildy Gives Up Cigars. Willard Waterman is back as Mr. Purvis, insurance salesman. “We Care” 09/26/1948 A Bimbo From Limbo. Harold Peary, Virginia Gregg, Anne Whitfield, Willard Watterman. “Fibber McGee And Molly” 05/17/1954 (0900) Fibber on Trial. “The Great Gildersleeve) 04/06/1949 Ep322 Baby’s Birthday Party and scheduling Conflicts. “The Great Gildersleeve” 10/03/1951 Ep412 Gildy Wants To Be Re-Elected. If you would like to request shows, please call (714) 449-1958 E-mail: Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com John Gassman: John1Gassman@gmail.com

Same Time, Same Station 01/26/2025 Hal Peary and Willard Waterman Part 1. “Calling All Cars” 10/09/1934 (34) The Unwritten Law. With Harold Peary. “Fibber McGee And Molly” 10/11/1937 (0131) Shopping for a New Car. Harold Peary. “5th Row Center” 02/04/1940 01 Model Princess. Willard Waterman. “Escape” 08/11/1949 (074) Red Wine. Willard Waterman. If you would like to request shows, please call (714) 449-1958 E-mail: Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com John Gassman: John1Gassman@gmail.com

Same Time, Same Station 01/26/2025 Hal Peary and Willard Waterman Part 1. “Calling All Cars” 10/09/1934 (34) The Unwritten Law. With Harold Peary. “Fibber McGee And Molly” 10/11/1937 (0131) Shopping for a New Car. Harold Peary. “5th Row Center” 02/04/1940 01 Model Princess. Willard Waterman. “Escape” 08/11/1949 (074) Red Wine. Willard Waterman. If you would like to request shows, please call (714) 449-1958 E-mail: Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com John Gassman: John1Gassman@gmail.com

Comedy on a FridayFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast January 17, 1951, 74 years ago, A Nervous Father.  Marjorie gets the urge to move furniture, a sure sign that the baby is on the way!Followed by Truth or Consequences starring Ralph Edwards, originally broadcast January 17, 1948, 77 years ago, The Walking Man.  Who is the Walking Man?  And Chester Riley wants to know who is Ralph Edwards?Then The Robert Q. Lewis Show, originally broadcast January 17, 1958, 67 years ago.  An audience participation show.  Music, merriment, and mirth.  Followed by Fibber McGee and Company, originally broadcast January 17, 1938, 87 years ago, The Real Estate Agent.  The McGee Real Estate Agency is in business.Finally Claudia, originally broadcast January 17, 1949, 76 years ago, Dressing David for Rain.  Slush from Majesty. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

EPISODE 66 - “WHEN CLASSIC FILM'S SUPPORTING ACTORS STEAL THE SHOW” - 12/16/2024 There is nothing quite like watching a film when suddenly a supporting character comes in and walks away with the film. (Think THELMA RITTER, S.Z. SAKALL, or GALE SONDERGAARD in almost every one of their films!) This week we are focusing on some of our favorite supporting charters who come in and snatch that scene right about from under the big stars. From JOANNA BARNES' Gloria Upson declaring, “It was just ghastly!” in “Auntie Mame” to the impassioned monologue about love that BEAH RICHARDS delivers to SPENCER TRACY in “Guess Who's Coming To Dinner,” we take a fun look at these powerful performances that we're still talking about today. SHOW NOTES:  Sources: The Life and Death of Peter Sellers (1997) by Roger Lewis; But Darling, I'm Your Auntie Mame!: The Amazing History of the World's Favorite Madcap Aunt (1998), by Richard Tyler Jordan; Tennessee Williams & Company: His Essential Screen Actors (2010), by John DiLeo; “Judy Holiday, Winner of Oscar, Does of Cancer,” June 8, 1965, Los Angeles Times; “Mildred Natwick, 89, Actress Who Excelled at Eccentricity,” October 26, 1994, by Peter B. Flint, New York Times; “Steve Franken, Actor in ‘Dobie Gillis,' Dies at 80,” August 29, 2012, by Daniel E. Slotnik, New York Times;  “Madeleine Sherwood, 93, Actress on Stage, Film and ‘Flying Nun,' Dies,” April 26, 2016, by Sam Roberts, New York Times; “The Making of ‘TheParty',” January 13, 2017, by FilMagicians, Youtube.com; “Beah Richards, 80, Actress in Stalwart Roles,” September 16, 2000, by Mel Gussow, New York Times; “Joanna Barnes, Actress in ‘The Parent Trap' and its Sequel. Dies at 87,” May 12, 2022, by Richard Sanomir, New York Times; TCM.com; IMDBPro.com; IBDB.com; Wikipedia.com; Roger Ebert.com; Movies Mentioned:  Adams's Rib (1949), starring Katharine Hepburn, Spencer Tracy, Judy Holiday, David Wayne, Hope Emerson, Jean Hagen, and Tom Ewell; Born Yesterday (1950), starring Judy Holiday, Broderick Crawford, & William Holden; Auntie Mame (1958), starring Rosalind Russell, Forrest Tucker, Fred Clark, Roger Smith, Jan Handzlik, Corale Brown, Pippa Scott, Lee Patrick, Willard Waterman, Joanna Barnes, Connie Gilchrist, Patric Knowles, and Yuki Shimudo;  Cat On A Hot Tin Roof (1958), starring Elizabeth Taylor, Paul Newman, Burl Ives, Judith Anderson, Jack Carson, and Madeleine Sherwood; Spartacus (1960), starring Kirk Douglas, Laurence Olivier, Jean Simmons, Charles Laughton, Tony Curtis, & Joanna Barnes; The Parent Trap (1961), starring Haley Mills, Maureen O'Hara, Brian Keith, Joanna Barnes, Charles Ruggles, Ana Merkel, Leo G. Carroll, & Cathleen Nesbitt; The Americanization of Emily (1963), starring Julie Andrews & James Garner; The Time Traveler (1964), starring Preston Foster; Goodbye Charlie (1964), starring Tony Curtis, Debbie Reynolds, Ellen Burstyn, Pat Boone, & Joanna Barnes; Barefoot In The Park (1967), starring Jane Fonda, Robert Redford, Mildred Natwick, Charles Boyer, Herb Edelman, and Mabel Albertson; Don't Make Waves (1967) starring Tony Curtis, Claudia Cardinale, Sharon Tate, and Joanna Barnes; Guess Who's Coming To Dinner (1967), starring Katharine Hepburn, Spencer Tracy, Sidney Poitier, Katharine Houghton, Beah Richards, Roy E. Glen Sr, Cecil Kellaway, Isabelle Sanford, and Virginia Christine; The Party (1968), starring Peter Sellers, Claudine Longet, Denny Miller, Carol Wayne, Gavin MacLeod, Faye McKenzie, Marge Champion, Steve Frankel, Jean Carson, Corine Cole, J. Edward McKinley, and Herb Ellis; The Parent Trap (1998), starring Lindsay Lohan, Dennis Quaid, Natasha Richardson, Elaine Hendrix, & Lisa Ann Walter.  --------------------------------- http://www.airwavemedia.com Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

IMPORTANT NOTE - I changed the dates in the titles to shorten things up. Thanksgiving Comedy on the Thursday before ThanksgivingFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Maxwell House Coffee Time hosted by Dick Powell, originally broadcast November 21, 1940, 84 years ago.  Mary Martin sings "Falling Star" for the first time, from the film, "The Great Dictator."  Daddy tells Baby Snooks about Thanksgiving. Jack Benny visits o discuss the premiere of the picture Love Thy Neighbor with co-star Mary Martin.Followed by Lum and Abner, originally broadcast November 21, 1948, 76 years ago, Ezra Seestrunk's Cousin Rowena Has Thanksgiving Dinner With Lum.  Lum tries to impress Miss Rowena on Thanksgiving, with a mansion and servants. We follow that with Jack Benny, originally broadcast November 21, 1943, 81 years ago, The Awful Turkey Dream. Jack buys a live turkey for Thanksgiving, then dreams that he's a turkey!Then The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast November 21, 1951, 73 years ago, Inviting Thanksgiving Guests.  Who should be invited for dinner at Thanksgiving?Finally, Superman, originally broadcast November 21, 1941, 83 years ago, The Pan-American Highway.   The civilization of the Incas still exists! While flying to South America, Clark Kent and Lieutenant Elliott discover that someone is hiding aboard their airplane!Thanks to Honeywell 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

YOUTUBE FOLLOWERS:  There will be a delay in release of these as they have to be manually released.  Sorry for the delay.  The podcasts are released through Spreaker at Midnight and flow down to other podcast channels shortly thereafter.  A Funny FridayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast November 1, 1956, 68 years ago, Jolly Boys Haunted House Adventure.    Gildersleeve setsup a Halloween party at a haunted house for the Jolly Boys, and Gildy does his part to make sure it's haunted!Then Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast November 1, 1951, 73 years ago, Neckties. A tie has appeared at the Anderson household, but no one knows who sent it.. We follow that with Jack Benny, originally broadcast November 1, 1953, 71 years ago, A Radio DJ Wakes up Jack.  Hank, the all-night disc jockey, wakes Jack up at 4 A.M.!Then Fred Allen, originally broadcast November 1, 1942, 82 years ago with guest Robert Benchley. The March Of Trivia: Coffee rationing is to begin. Guest Robert Benchley cracks up during his chat with Fred. How Benchley gets "the biggest laugh in radio," and tries to listen to "The Fred Allen Show."Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast November 1, 1948, 76 years ago.  David returns to work. Thanks to Honeywell 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

2+ Hours of VarietyFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Chase and Sanborn Hour, originally broadcast August 13, 1939, 85 years ago with guest Joan Blondell.  Charlie McCarthy is planning a hiking trip. Guest Joan Blondell and Don Ameche appear in a Hollywood comedy, "Stardust," by Cyril Kramer. A few seconds have been deleted from the drama. Vera Vague lectures about travel to England. Charlie stages his own version of "Stardust," called, "Fishing Prohibited," or "No Casting Today."Followed by The Jackie Gleason Les Tremayne Show, originally broadcast August 13, 1944, 80 years ago with guest Edgar Bergen. Jackie recounts his youth in Brooklyn. A salute to the state of New York. Edgar (appearing without dummies) describes his plan to introduce a "bachelor girl" dummy in the fall (describing the as yet un-named Effie Clinker). Then The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast August 13, 1952, 72 years ago, Gildy goes on a Diet. When his family makes fun of his weight, Gildersleeve decides he's going to diet. Finally Superman, originally broadcast August 13, 1941, 83 years ago, Dr Roebling and the Voice Machine.   The voice machine is repaired, and tunes in on plans for murder! Clark Kent is arrested!Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamCivil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

Get set to Climb Every Mountain, well, at least one, "Old Stone Face" with Gildersleeve and Mr. Bullard.   It's Volume 110 today of Sounds Like Radio featuring a November 8, 1950 episode of The Great Gildersleeve with Gale Gordon & Willard Waterman.  These 2 would later work together in the Dennis The Menace TV show that came a few years after this Gildy show. Willard Waterman played the grocer, Mr. Quigley in Dennis The Menace and also played Gildersleeve in the TV version.   And to bring out the best in every episode of Sounds Like Radio we have some mighty sweet music as always both before and after Gildy.  Today Your Humble Host brings you a Teresa Brewer STEREO version of one of her hits,  Bing Crosby is here to dream, but not of White Christmas yet, then Crazy Gugenheim drops in on Your Humble Host to sing a little ditty as Frank Fontaine, the effervescent Jaye P. Morgan sings a lovely from her alluring album the cover of which you can see posted next to our show this week-Vah Vah Vah Voom, David Allyn a singer new to Sounds Like Radio but not to our library sings a ditty you may be familiar with, and the wonderful Helen O'Connell is in the mood to slow it down in her musical selection.    We even get to take a break and sip some Campbell's soup with a call back to Lassie. It's another jam packed little show with Your Humble Host in tow and right there with you.

A very special Fourth of July Holiday edition of Sounds Like Radio.  We're going to hear some inspiring words by some truly all American heroes and some classic songs perfect for this day.  And of course, we'll visit with Willard Waterman as The Great Gildersleeve in a memorable 4th of July show from July 2nd, 1952.    Get ready to hear from our finest Americans, John Wayne, Kate Smith, Johnny Cash, Bing Crosby, Red Skelton, Ray Charles and we're happy to remind you what a REAL President sounds like and the way a real President talks.  The one and only President Ronald Reagan with some truly inspirational words right when we need them most.   Happy Fourth of July to everyone!

At 5:30PM eastern time over Mutual Broadcasting on Independence Day, 1944, The Tom Mix Ralston Straight Shooters took to the air. Originally airing from NBC in Chicago in 1933, it featured the just-heard Hal Peary, and the ever-present Willard Waterman. Tom Mix was created as an advertising vehicle for the Ralston Purina Company. Its format was devised by Charles Claggett, a St. Louis adman and based on the life of a real cowboy, Tom Mix. Born in Pennsylvania in 1880, he became a soldier and champion roper, winning a national title in 1909. Mix began appearing in movies, and much like Buffalo Bill Cody, his legend soon outgrew his actual exploits thanks to natural showmanship. By the time radio got him, he was seldom mentioned in print without a platoon of fantastic adjectives. Perhaps the most famous actor to play Tom Mix was Russell Thorson, who held the role for the Blue Network in the early 1940s, until it was canceled on March 27th, 1942. Tom Mix was revived and moved to Mutual beginning June 5th, 1944 in a fifteen minute serial. By then, Mix joined others like Jack Armstrong, Captain Midnight, and even Superman in the war against the axis. The show became known as “radio's biggest western-detective program.” Joe “Curley” Bradley played Mix throughout the later run. Bradley was a former Oklahoma cowboy and Hollywood stuntman who had learned to sing around bonfires. As for the real Tom Mix, he had nothing to do with the serial. He died in a car accident near Florence, Arizona on October 12th, 1940. At 6:15PM it was Hop Harrigan's turn to sign on, over The Blue Network's WJZ. It starred Chester Stratton as Hop Harrigan, young aviator known as “America's ace of the airways,” with Jackson Beck as Tank Tinker. Beck was all over radio. Hop Harrigan first took to the air on August 31st, 1942, running on The Blue Network and later ABC until August 2nd, 1946. It was revived from October 2nd, 1946 through February 6th, 1948 over Mutual Broadcasting. Hop went on missions in dangerous territory behind enemy lines. He had dogfights, went underground in war-torn Berlin, and saw heavy service in the Pacific during the battle for Okinawa.

2+ Hours of Crime on this TuesdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Whistler, originally broadcast May 14, 1950, 74 years ago, Blue Alibi. The wife of a city official tries to get him to break off with racketeers who have been paying him graft.  William Conrad and Willard Waterman are featured. Followed by I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast May 14, 1952, 72 years ago, The Red Red Herring. Cvetic frames a loyal party member to protect himself.Then Calling All Cars, originally broadcast May 14, 1935, 89 years ago, Murder in the Vineyard. A rancher has been found murdered near Fresno. Followed by Gang Busters, originally broadcast May 14, 1955, 69 years ago, The Case of the Tapped Telephone. A couple of officers recognise an ex-con.  They follow him to a local tavern with a phone with an out of order sign on it.  They're able to get a wiretap order which strikes paydirt. Finally Superman, originally broadcast May 14, 1941, 83 years ago, The Grayson Submarine.  The experimental Grayson submarine has been captured, and a Government submarine sent to rescue the submarine has also been captured, but by who?Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day. 

2 + Hours of ComedyFirst a look at this day in History.Then Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis, Originally broadcast April 21, 1953, 71 years ago with guest Vic Damone.  Dean, Jerry, and Vic go into the Foreign Legion. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, Originally broadcast April 21, 1954, 70 years ago, Marie Olson. Gildersleeve is paying attention to the exotic Marie Olsen, more attention than Leroy would like. Then Bob Hope, Originally broadcast April 21, 1955, 69 years ago with Jim Backus.  Bob tries to convince the "new" president of NBC to hire him back next season. Last show of the season. Followed by A Day in the Life of Dennis Day, Originally broadcast April 21, 1948, 76 years ago, Newspaper Misquote. Dennis is interviewed for the Weaverville newspaper and finds himself making some very anti-feminine comments. Finally Superman, Originally broadcast April 21,1941, 83 years ago, The Nitrate Shipment.  The start of a new adventure. There are several plans for intrigue involving a treasure map. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

The Great Gildersleeve was broadcast from August 1941 to 1958 and is one of the most beloved radio situation comedies. The show was a spin-off from "Fibber McGee and Molly." Harold Peary played the first Gildersleeve and then Willard Waterman. Walter Tetlley was Leroy, Richard Crenna was Bronco, Marjorie's husband. 3 actresses played Marjorie... Gildersleeve's niece. In this story it is Bronco and Marjorie's first anniversary and they planned to have a quiet evening... but Gildersleeve and Leroy have decided they would have a surprise party. Lillian Randolph plays the housekeeper – Birdie Lee Coggins. More "Gilldy" in Great Gildersleeve" Playlist

Two + hours of  ComedyFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast March 31, 1948, 76 years ago.  Rose Marie does a very good imitation of Jimmy. The whole cast and guest Victor Moore tour the colleges of America.Followed by The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show, originally broadcast March 31, 1949, 75 years ago, How Jack Benny Became Cheap.  . A fantasy about "Generous Jack Benny" and how he became stingy. Then the Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast March 31, 1954,  70 years ago, Two Girls Again.  Gildersleeve is dating two different girls, exotic Marie, and his old standby, Grace Tuttle. Followed by Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast March 31, 1949, 75 years ago, There's Good Booze Tonight.   What better show to remind one that tomorrow is April Fool's Day? Sam Shovel solves, "The Case Of The Gorgeous Blonde Model Who Fell Into A Vat Of Whiskey," or, "There's Good Booze Tonight." Costello announces that there will be a lightweight championship boxing match (with Ike Williams) on May 26th for "a very worthy cause."Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast March 31, 1942, 82 years ago, Diogenes Leaves $10,000.  Diogenes has confessed all, says goodbye, and leaves Pine Ridge $10,000.Thanks to Richard 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. 

Two + hours of ComedyFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast March 24, 1948, 76 years ago,  Planning a Vacation. Jimmy and guest Victor Moore take a trip around the country looking for an inexpensive vacationland.Followed The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast March 24, 1954, 70 years ago, Hobby Show.  Gildersleeve's at a loss for an entry in the hobby show...he has none!Then My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast March 24, 1951, 73 years ago, Iris and Liz's Easter Outfits?  Will the girls be able to lose weight and get a new Easter outfit?Followed by Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast March 24, 1949, 75 years ago, Sam Shovel has his love.  The boys do a "Sam Shovel" mystery, "The Case Of The Man Who Burned His Sweetheart's Body In The Fireplace," or "I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm." Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast March 24, 1942, 82 years ago, Cedric Escapes?  Squire Skimp's lawyer has decided not to help defend Lum. Cedric has escaped from jail!Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

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Two + hours of ComedyFirst a look at this day in History.Then Jack Benny, originally broadcast March 12, 1950, 74 years ago, Sagebrush Soap Contest. Rochester does his income tax. Jack wins the "Sagebrush Soap" contest, six glorious weeks at Pismo Beach. Radio Daily has selected Jack as, "The greatest radio personality in the past 25 years."Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast March 12, 1952, 72 years ago, Train Trip to Omaha. Gildersleeve is planning a trip to Omaha, and wants to keep the news from Leroy. Then following a brief look at news headlines of the day, You Bet Your Life starring Groucho Marx, originally broadcast March 12, 1952, 72 years ago, The Secret Word is Sky. Followed by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast March 12, 1940, 84 years ago, Make a Pal of Your Wife Week. It's "Make-A-Pal-Of-Your-Wife" Week, so Molly gets taken out to lunch!Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast March 12, 1942, 82 years ago, Lantern Must Be Magical. Lum is sure that Cedric's sudden wealth is due to Diogenes' modern lantern. The lamp refuses to pony up!Thanks to Doug for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Two + hours of ComedyFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast February 25, 1948, 76 years ago, A Day at the Races. Jimmy is suffering from insomnia and so guest Victor Moore takes him to the race track.Followed by The Aldrich Family, originally broadcast February 25, 1943, 81 years ago, Homers Love Note Goes To Henrys Teacher. Henry's in love with his Latin teacher? But what about Kathleen and Muriel and Homer and Agnes? ..Then The Phil Harris Alice Faye Show, originally broadcast February 25, 1951, 73 years ago, The Golf Game. Phil plays a high-stakes game of golf with his sponsor. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast February 25, 1953, 71 years ago, Gildys Great Dane Causes Peavey Trouble. Gildersleeve's dog and Peavy's cat aren't getting along...and neither are Gildersleeve and Peavy! Finally The Charlie McCarthy Show, originally broadcast February 25, 1945, 79 years ago, Guest star Gene Tierney. The program originates from a California naval hospital. Joan Merrill sings, "A Little On The Lonely Side." Charlie is now a hero. He's saved an heiress from a runaway horse. Mortimer has seen a seven-foot chicken at the farm of Mr. Ostrich. Guest Gene Tierney joins "Dr. Gazola" in the hospital. Thanks to Doug for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

You are with three men in a jungle plantation on the rubber coast of Borneo. You know that one of the men is a desperate criminal who you've come to arrest but you don't know which one. You have to find him before he can save himself by killing you… Original Air Date: August 11, […]

Gildersleeve invites a few servicemen to his house for Thanksgiving, but... Things begin to become more disrupting than he thought it would be. Harold Perry is Gildersleeve... Willard Waterman took over the role when Perry wanted a bigger salary from NBC. They fired him and replaced him with a man who looked very much like him and sounded like him as well. In fact the switch was so perfect, it took some time before the listening audience even realized it had happened!

An hour of ComedyFirst, a look at this date in history.Then Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast November 1, 1951, 72 years ago, Neckties. A tie has appeared at the Anderson household, but no one knows who sent it.. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast November 1, 1956, 67 years ago, The Jolly Boys Haunted House Adventure. Gildersleeve sets up a Halloween party at a haunted house for the Jolly Boys, and Gildy does his part to make sure it's haunted!Finally George Burns and Gracie Allen from November 1, 1945, 78 years ago, Gracie pretends to be Bill Goodwin's Wife. Bill Goodwin has to borrow a wife in a hurry. Gracie is elected and George plays the butler. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

An hour of ComedyFirst, a look at this date in history.Then The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast October 21, 1947, 76 years ago, A Salute to Good Health. Milton visits the doctor, but is cured of the hiccoughs by his neighbor. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast October 21, 1953, 70 years ago, Fire bells are ringing. There are troubles with the school bells in Summerfield, and Leroy is the prime suspect. And Lum and Abner, originally broadcast October 21 1941, 82 years ago, Lum's Fake Broke Leg. Lum decides to confess to Squire that his leg isn't broken.

Screen Directors Playhouse || Magnificent Obsession | Broadcast date: Sunday, February 13, 1949Starring: Cecil B DeMille; Irene Dunne; Barbara Eiler; John Lund; Willard Waterman; Anne WhitfieldStory: A drama about a love between a ne'er-do-well turned doctor, and a blind woman, wife of the man for whose death he was responsible. The good doctor, Wayne Hudson dies by drowning in the lake beside the sanatorium. : : : : :My other podcast channels include: MYSTERY x SUSPENSE -- SCI FI x HORROR -- COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA -- VARIETY X ARMED FORCES -- THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLESSubscribing is free and you'll receive new post notifications. Also, if you have a moment, please give a 4-5 star rating and/or write a 1-2 sentence positive review on your preferred service -- that would help me a lot.Thank you for your support.https://otr.duane.media | Instagram @duane.otr

The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast April 23, 1952, Diving for Publicity. When a newspaper poll shows that most people don't know the identity of the Water Commissioner, Gildersleeve buys a diving suit to dive to the bottom of the reservoir! Also Part 1 of a Five Part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story The Lonely Hearts Matter, originally broadcast April 23, 1956. A "Lonely Heart" finds plenty of company...in the nearest morgue! 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!

The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast April 16, 1952, Leroy the bee keeper. . Leroy invests in a hive filled with bees, who take a dislike to Gildersleeve. Also Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 16, 1953, Grandpap knows what's in the cans!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!

The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast April 2, 1952, Colorful Past. Is Gildersleeve really William Cosgrove? Cosgrove's wife is in town, and she insists that Gildersleeve is her husband! Also The Living God, originally broadcast April 2, 1942, Chapter 2. A roving radio interviewer (William Gargan) decides to interview Jesus Christ! Through the magic of radio, the reporter is taken back 1900 years to the city of Jerusalem in 33 BC.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!

The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast March 24, 1954, Hobby Show. Gildersleeve's at a loss for an entry in the hobby show...he has none! Also Lum and Abner, originally broadcast March 24, 1942, Cedric Escapes from Jail. Squire Skimp's lawyer has decided not to help defend Lum. Cedric has escaped from jail!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!

2 1/2 hours of Old Time Radio celebrating Valentine's Day!The Aldrich Family. February 11, 1943. NBC net. Sponsored by: Postum. Henry and his sister Mary have both scheduled Valentine's Day parties. In fact, there are lots of parties! The first 27:50 of the program only. Dan Seymour (announcer), Clifford Goldsmith (writer), House Jameson, Norman Tokar, Dickie JonesThe First Nighter Program. February 12, 1948. CBS net. "Love Is Stranger Than Fiction". Sponsored by: Campana cosmetics, DDD Prescription. Comedy/romance about a publisher's secretary who turns out to be a best selling author. Larry Keating (announcer), Irving Teitle (writer), Willard Waterman, Virginia Gregg, Herb Butterfield, Jerry Hausner, Olan Soule, Barbara Luddy, Frank Worth (conductor). The Danny Kaye Show. February 10, 1945. Program #5. CBS net origination, AFRS rebroadcast. Harry James and Kitty Kallen join Danny in a play about "Cupid." Danny sings "It's Never To Late To Mendelssohn," and "Stanislavsky." Show has a cute custom-recorded AFRS ending by Danny. AFRS program name: "Danny Kaye." See cat. #52410 for a network, sponsored version of this boradcast. Danny Kaye, Ken Niles (announcer), Harry James and His Orchestra, Lionel Stander, Kitty Kallen, Buddy De Vito, Eve Arden, Bob Jellison, Dick Mack (director). The Signal Carnival. February 9, 1941. NBC Pacific net. Sponsored by: Signal Oil. A Valentine's Day show. The first tune is, "So Sweet." Kay's first tune is, "There'll Be Some Changes Made." Vera Vague visits an army camp to see her boyfriend, Waldo. Gordon Jenkins and His Orchestra, Johnny Fraser (announcer), Kay St. Germaine, Barbara Jo Allen, Jack Carson, Dave Willock, The Signalaires.  Suspense. March 3, 1949. CBS net. "The Lovebirds". Sponsored by: Auto-Lite. A wife is trying to kill her husband, while everyone is sure that they're just romantic "lovebirds." Anton M. Leader (producer, director), Shirl Hendricks (writer), Harlow Wilcox (commercial spokesman), Harold Swanton (adaptor), Joan Fontaine, Lester Schott, Lucien Moraweck (composer), Lud Gluskin (conductor), William Johnstone, Paul Frees (announcer). 

The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast December 10, 1952, Leroy's Part Time Employment. Leroy gets a Christmas job in Peavey's drugstore, but on commission only! Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast December 10, 1946, practicing Hash House lingo. 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!

The OTR Now Radio Christmas #005 Blondie. December 25, 1939. CBS net. Sponsored by: Camels. "A Christmas Carol," by Charles Dickens, as through the eyes of Dag Cratchit. Mr. Dithers is Ebenezer Scrooge, of course. Bill Goodwin (announcer), Leone LeDoux, Hanley Stafford, Billy Artz (conductor), Arthur Lake, Penny Singleton, Chic Young (creator).  Doctor Christian. December 20, 1939. CBS net. "No Crib For His Bed". Sponsored by: Vaseline. There's going to be a Christmas play at the River's End High School. The program originates from New York City. Jean Hersholt, Andre Baruch (announcer), Rosemary De Camp, Helen Claire, Carl Frank, Gloria Holden, Gloria Mann, Janice Gilbert, Kingsley Colton, Frank Bartlett, The Children's Opera Company Of New York. The Lux Radio Theatre. December 20, 1948. CBS net. "Miracle On 34th Street". Sponsored by: Lux. The script was used again on "The Lux Radio Theatre" previously on December 22, 1947 (see cat. #45155) and subsequently on December 21, 1954 . William Keighley (host), Edmund Gwenn, Joseph Kearns, Willard Waterman, Marlene Ames, William Johnstone, Herb Butterfield, Norman Field, Gil Stratton, Cliff Clark, Lawrence Dobkin, Louise Fitch, John McGovern, Sara Berner, Edward Marr, Herb Vigran, June Whitley, Jeanine Roos, George Seaton (screenwriter), Valentine Davies (author), Helena Sorrell (20th Century Fox diction coach: Intermission guest), Charlie Forsyth (sound effects), Fred MacKaye (director), Sanford Barnett (adaptor), Maureen O'Hara, John Payne, John Milton Kennedy (announcer).The Judy Canova Show. December 21, 1946. NBC net. Sponsored by: Palmolive Soap, Halo Shampoo. Judy Canova, Mel Blanc, Ruby Dandridge, Joseph Kearns, Ruth Perrott, The Sportsmen, Charles Dant and His Orchestra, Verne Smith (announcer), Joe Rines (producer, director), Fred Fox (writer), Henry Hoople (writer), Don Ward (writer), Hank Ladd (writer).  Inner Sanctum. December 20, 1948. CBS net origination, AFRS rebroadcast. "Between Two Worlds". A throughly rotten gangster about to be killed by "the mob" is given one last chance to do a decent act by the strange "Mr. Whiskers." Mason Adams, Ann Shephard, Paul McGrath (host), John Roeburt (writer), Lawson Zerbe, Alan Devitt, Santos Ortega. 

The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast September 5, 1951, Leroy Buys a Car. The first show of the season. It's finally time to teach Leroy how to drive. Also Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast September 5, 1954, Boast to Boast. The McGees are back from a brief visit to Twin Rock Falls, but nobody wants to hear about it.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!

In Breaking Walls episode 130 we head to the summer of 1947 to get to the bottom of NBC's Philip Marlowe caper. —————————— Highlights: • Who was Raymond Chandler? • Who is Philip Marlowe? • Van Heflin, Movie Star • Radio Ratings in the Spring of 1947 • Marlowe Launches with Red Wind • Initial Reviews • The King in Yellow • The Celebrated Life and Tragic Death of Jeff Chandler • Marlowe Leaves NBC, but CBS Picks It Up • Marlowe After CBS • Looking Ahead to Orson Welles and The Shadow —————————— The WallBreakers: http://thewallbreakers.com Subscribe to Breaking Walls everywhere you get your podcasts. To support the show: http://patreon.com/TheWallBreakers —————————— The reading material used in today's episode was: • The Simple Art of Murder — By Raymond Chandler • Trouble Is My Business — By Raymond Chandler • The World of Raymond Chandler — By Raymond Chandler • On the Air — By John Dunning • The Life of Raymond Chandler — By Frank MacShane • Network Radio Ratings — By Jim Ramsburg • The Adventures of Philip Marlowe Program Guide — By Tom Nolan As well as articles from: • Billboard Magazine • Broadcasting Magazine • And Sponsor Magazine —————————— On the interview front: • Eve Arden, Wendell Niles, Lurene Tuttle, and Willard Waterman spoke to Chuck Schaden. Hear their full chats at SpeakingOfRadio.com. • Parley Baer, Mary Jane Croft, and Harry Bartell spoke to SPERDVAC. For more info, go to SPERDVAC.com. • Eve Arden also spoke with John Dunning for his 71KNUS program from Denver. • Lurene Tuttle also spoke with Frank Bresee for Same Time, Same Station. • William Conrad spoke with Chris Lambesis • Norman Macdonnell with John Hickman • Bob Hope with Johnny Carson • Raymond Chandler spoke to Ian Flemming —————————— Selected music featured in today's episode was: • Cool — By Martin Denny • Perfida — By Jimmy Dorsey and his Orchestra • Living Without You — By George Winston • Danse Macabre — By Camille Saint-Saens • Loch Lomond (arranged for Choir) — By Musica Intima —————————— A special thank you to Ted Davenport, Jerry Haendiges, and Gordon Skene. For Ted go to RadioMemories.com, for Jerry, visit OTRSite.com, and for Gordon, please go to PastDaily.com. —————————— Thank you to: Tony Adams Steven Allmon Orson Orsen Chandler Phil Erickson Jessica Hanna Perri Harper Briana Isaac Thomas M. Joyce Ryan Kramer Earl Millard Gary Mollica Barry Nadler Christian Neuhaus Aimee Pavy Ray Shaw Filipe A Silva —————————— WallBreakers Links: Patreon - patreon.com/thewallbreakers Social Media - @TheWallBreakers

On July 8th, 1947, NBC broadcast an adaptation of “The King In Yellow,” originally published in Dime Detective Magazine in March of 1938. It's a seedy saga of a hot trumpet player whose boorish behavior gets him killed. Among those featured in this episode were Gerald Mohr, Gloria Blondell, Bill Johnstone, Willard Waterman, and Howard McNear. By the late 1940s many of Chicago's radio stars had migrated to Hollywood, working on shows across all four networks. By the end of July, Marlowe's 8.0 rating was seventh overall, and the show's production cost just one dollar per the number of urban listeners.

The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast August 13, 1952, Gildy Goes on a Diet. When his family makes fun of his weight, Gildersleeve decides he's going to diet. Also Claudia, originally broadcast August 13, 1948, Lotte from the Bronx Recognizes the Farmer's Wife withing Claudia. 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 news man. 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!

On Episode 54 of Season 3 of the Old Radio Comedy Podcast, we bring you the November 12, 1952 and the March 10, 1954 broadcasts of The Great Gildersleeve, starring Willard Waterman! Thanks for listening! Contact Us: oldradiocomedypodcast@gmail.com Check out our YouTube channels: An Evening Of Old Time Radio - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYSFXJ-EyFexGcPOoJdEtKA Tranquility Ambience - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4DXOS--Zrng3sIZ5Uq7-MA

In Breaking Walls episode 126 we continue our mini-series in April of 1954. —————————— Highlights: • Eisenhower talks fear • Lum and Abner's April Fools' Joke • The Eternal Light • Nightwatch — A New CBS Real Police Show • Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator • Illegal Immigrant Fears • Gildersleeve's Dinner Party • Easter Sunday and The End of The Whistler • Jack Benny Holds a Seance • The Army-McCarthy Hearings Begin • Phil Harris and Alice Faye's Red Cross Blood Drive • Looking Ahead to May —————————— The WallBreakers: http://thewallbreakers.com Subscribe to Breaking Walls everywhere you get your podcasts. To support the show: http://patreon.com/TheWallBreakers —————————— The reading material used in today's episode was: • On the Air — By John Dunning • Network Radio Ratings — by Jim Ramsburg • The Complete Escape Log — By Keith Scott As well as articles from • Broadcasting Magazine • LIFE Magazine —————————— On the interview front: • Parley Baer, George Balzer, Himan Brown, Phil Harris, Elliott Lewis, and Willard Waterman, spoke to Chuck Schaden. Hear their full chats at SpeakingOfRadio.com. • Himan Brown also spoke to Dick Bertel and Ed Corcoran for WTIC's The Golden Age of Radio. Hear these full interviews at Goldenage-WTIC.org. • Himan Brown, Bill Froug, and Betty Lou Gerson spoke to SPERDVAC. For more information, go to SPERDVAC.com. • Elliott Lewis also spoke with John Dunning for his 71KNUS program from Denver. —————————— Selected music featured in today's episode was: • Voodoo Dreams — By Les Baxter • Manhattan — By Blossom Dearie • Walking In The Air — By George Winston —————————— A special thank you to Ted Davenport, Jerry Haendiges, and Gordon Skene. For Ted go to RadioMemories.com, for Jerry, visit OTRSite.com, and for Gordon, please go to PastDaily.com. —————————— Thank you to: Tony Adams Steven Allmon Orson Orsen Chandler Phil Erickson Jessica Hanna Briana Isaac Thomas M. Joyce Ryan Kramer Gary Mollica Barry Nadler Christian Neuhaus Aimee Pavy Ray Shaw —————————— WallBreakers Links: Patreon - patreon.com/thewallbreakers Social Media - @TheWallBreakers

Willard Waterman had been portraying Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve since the fall of 1950 when Harold Peary left the program. In the spring of 1954 The Great Gildersleeve was airing Wednesdays at 8:30PM eastern time over NBC. Kraft had sponsored the program since its debut in 1941. The show's 5.8 rating was good enough for fourteenth overall, and NBC's fourth-highest program. It easily beat out CBS' 21st Precinct, airing opposite at the same time. On April 14th, Gildersleeve hosted a “Dinner Party for Bronco's Boss.” Parley Baer played Mr. Hammond. In the fall, Gildersleeve shifted formats, becoming a weeknight fifteen-minute serial, before returning to a half-hour in the fall of 1955. The last Great Gildersleeve radio episode would air on March 21st, 1957. For more info on the show's transition from Peary to Waterman, tune into Breaking Walls episode 120.

Date with the Angels is an American sitcom that aired on ABC from May 10, 1957, to January 29, 1958. The series, which stars Betty White and Bill Williams, began as a late season replacement for The Ray Anthony Show for the same sponsor, Chrysler's Plymouth division. Tom Kennedy was the show's announcer and spokesman for Plymouth. Synopsis. The series revolves around newly married Vicki Angel and her insurance salesman husband Gus Angel who get themselves and their friends and neighbors into various comedic situations. Besides Betty White and Bill Williams, the series also featured for several episodes Richard Deacon, Richard Reeves, Maudie Prickett and Burt Mustin. Among the series' guest stars were Nancy Kulp, Madge Blake, Joan Vohs, Chuck Connors, Reta Shaw, Dave Willock, Sid Melton, Russell Hicks, Hugh O'Brian, Hanley Stafford, and Willard Waterman. The show's theme song was "Got A Date With An Angel", a semi-standard introduction in 1932 and long associated with the orchestra of Hal Kemp. Date with the Angels was loosely based on the Elmer Rice play Dream Girl, and the series was originally intended to revolve heavily around Vicki's daydreaming tendencies, with more than half of a typical episode dedicated to fantasy sequences. However, the sponsor was not pleased with the fantasy elements and successfully exerted pressure to have them eliminated. "Without our dream sequences," White later said, "our show flattened out and became just one more run-of-the-mill domestic comedy[...]I can honestly say that was the only time I have ever wanted to get out of a show." The series produced 33 filmed episodes before it was canceled in late January 1958. White fulfilled her series commitment by reviving her previous live variety/comedy show, The Betty White Show, for the rest of the season.

Date with the Angels is an American sitcom that aired on ABC from May 10, 1957, to January 29, 1958. The series, which stars Betty White and Bill Williams, began as a late season replacement for The Ray Anthony Show for the same sponsor, Chrysler's Plymouth division. Tom Kennedy was the show's announcer and spokesman for Plymouth. Synopsis. The series revolves around newly married Vicki Angel and her insurance salesman husband Gus Angel who get themselves and their friends and neighbors into various comedic situations. Besides Betty White and Bill Williams, the series also featured for several episodes Richard Deacon, Richard Reeves, Maudie Prickett and Burt Mustin. Among the series' guest stars were Nancy Kulp, Madge Blake, Joan Vohs, Chuck Connors, Reta Shaw, Dave Willock, Sid Melton, Russell Hicks, Hugh O'Brian, Hanley Stafford, and Willard Waterman. The show's theme song was "Got A Date with an Angel", a semi-standard introduction in 1932 and long associated with the orchestra of Hal Kemp. Date with the Angels was loosely based on the Elmer Rice play Dream Girl, and the series was originally intended to revolve heavily around Vicki's daydreaming tendencies, with more than half of a typical episode dedicated to fantasy sequences. However, the sponsor was not pleased with the fantasy elements and successfully exerted pressure to have them eliminated. "Without our dream sequences," White later said, "our show flattened out and became just one more run-of-the-mill domestic comedy[...]I can honestly say that was the only time I have ever wanted to get out of a show." The series produced 33 filmed episodes before it was canceled in late January 1958. White fulfilled her series commitment by reviving her previous live variety/comedy show, The Betty White Show, for the rest of the season.