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Buy Bonds: A large billboard on the exterior of a building promoting war savings stamps. It reads, "Pledge your quarters for victory, buy and invest wisely in War Savings Stamps." The text highlights that these are "guaranteed by U.S. Government” with "4% interest." The advertisement encourages supporting the war. The scene includes a street view with trees, a building with columns, and a decorative streetlamp in front.

You Can’t Do Business With Hitler – Living Dead. ep8, 1942

Posted by By Keith April 25, 2026Posted inDocumentary and InterviewNo Comments
There was a mistaken belief in the early war years that America could remain largely uninvolved in the war in Europe. Relying on surrounding, or occupied nations to fight back…
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Buy Bonds: A large billboard on the exterior of a building promoting war savings stamps. It reads, "Pledge your quarters for victory, buy and invest wisely in War Savings Stamps." The text highlights that these are "guaranteed by U.S. Government” with "4% interest." The advertisement encourages supporting the war. The scene includes a street view with trees, a building with columns, and a decorative streetlamp in front.

Adventures in Research – The Recluse of Fitzroy Square. ep15, 430511

Posted by By Keith April 18, 2026Posted inAdventures in Research, Documentary and Interview1 Comment
One of the best kept secrets of chemistry was discovered by a reclusive scientist, William Wooleston He started as a medical doctor, but took up the study of applied science.…
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Close-up of a microphone.

Behind The Mike – Versatile Acting. ep4, 401006

Posted by By Keith April 11, 2026Posted inBehind the Mike, Documentary and InterviewNo Comments
One of the most versatile voice actors in radio is featured, Charlie Cantor. Charlie demonstrates a few of his dialects, and range of characters. He also demonstrates a few unusual…
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A judge is holding a law book in one hand and wagging his finger in the other.

Case Dismissed – Liability for Minors. ep9, 540327

Posted by By Keith April 4, 2026Posted inCase Dismissed, Documentary and Interview
A growing family looks forward to the possibility of moving from their small apartment to a larger home. Victor Hollis and his wife have some trouble though. They have had…
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Various baking and cooking equipment including measuring cups, mixing bowls, and utensils.

Mary Lee Taylor Show – Redecorating. 481210

Posted by By Keith March 28, 2026Posted inDocumentary and Interview, Mary Lee Taylor
Before the visit with the Carters, Mary Lee gives a preview of the recipe to come later in the show. Making the best of the humble little apartment, Sally does…
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Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

In Review (MBS) 1945 In Review. 451225

Posted by By Keith December 1, 2025Posted inDocumentary and Interview
William Lang narrates the news headlines. The top feature has been the first Christmas not at war, and GI's were coming home A year of victory. A middle aged man…
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Buy Bonds: A large billboard on the exterior of a building promoting war savings stamps. It reads, "Pledge your quarters for victory, buy and invest wisely in War Savings Stamps." The text highlights that these are "guaranteed by U.S. Government” with "4% interest." The advertisement encourages supporting the war. The scene includes a street view with trees, a building with columns, and a decorative streetlamp in front.

You Can’t Do Business With Hitler – Thousand Year Reich. ep7, 1942

Posted by By Keith June 30, 2025Posted inDocumentary and Interview
It was never a secret about Hitler's Thousand Year Reich. To make it happen, this show's producer presents how the German school system used a revisionist history approach to feed…
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Close-up of a microphone.

Jack Benny Interview Parts 1&2

Posted by By Keith June 13, 2025Posted inDocumentary and Interview, Jack Benny
Originally archived in 2 parts, I recombined the parts. I assume it was done that way for ease in distributing on cassette tape. My show notes are a big longer…
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Close-up of a microphone.

CBS Evening News – War News Updates. 450513

Posted by By Keith May 23, 2025Posted inDocumentary and Interview
What happened this day in news? What were the hot topics of concern? Robert Krout reports on the National Day of Prayer. Island attacks, fighting on Okinawa, New Guinea, and…
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Buy Bonds: A large billboard on the exterior of a building promoting war savings stamps. It reads, "Pledge your quarters for victory, buy and invest wisely in War Savings Stamps." The text highlights that these are "guaranteed by U.S. Government” with "4% interest." The advertisement encourages supporting the war. The scene includes a street view with trees, a building with columns, and a decorative streetlamp in front.

You Can’t Do Business With Hitler – Spoils of Europe. ep6, 1942

Posted by By Keith May 19, 2025Posted inDocumentary and Interview
When it comes to obtaining raw materials for the war effort, Nazi Germany puts all bargaining aside. The only deals are those that meet their own demands. Embargos are placed.…
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