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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.

Command Performance – Bing Crosby, Lionel Barrymore, Marilyn Maxwell. ep169, 450405

Posted by By Keith March 1, 2026Posted inCommand Performance, MusicNo Comments
Hosted by Harry "Bing" Crosby, who is congratulated for his win of the Academy Award. Bing sings, This Heart of Mine. Marilyn Maxwell flirts with Bing before she sings, Saturday…
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Two men dressed in traditional Hawaiian attire, Lum and Abner, are seen mid-dance in the center of a small store. Lum, on the left, is playing a ukulele while Abner on the right is swaying his hips and waving his arms. A small crowd is gathered around them, some clapping and others smiling. The store itself is cluttered with various items, including shelves of canned goods and hanging clothes, giving it a cozy and lived-in feel.

Command Performance – Bob Hope, Ingrid Bergman, Ella Mae Morse, William Bendix. ep168, 450329

Posted by By Keith February 15, 2026Posted inCommand Performance, Music
Bob Hope spends a few moments as he jokes about it being Springtime, and of course chasing women. Ingrid Bergman joins Bob to dish out the jokes right back at…
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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.

Command Performance – Danny Thomas, Dick Haymes, Ginny Simms. ep163, 450222

Posted by By Keith October 12, 2025Posted inCommand Performance, Music
John Garfield hosts, and after teasing with Ken Carpenter about girls, he introduces Ginny Simms. Ginny sings, Saturday Night is the Loneliest Night of the Week. John is joined by…
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A vintage advertisement for Admiral radios. It features an elderly man in glasses, sitting in a chair, with an excited expression as he listens to the radio. He holds a newspaper and gestures with a pencil. Next to him is a large radio. The text reads, "Mother! Come quick… it's our Jim on the radio from Naples!" The ad describes how Admiral radios broadcast important news during the war, promoting their quality and reliability.

Command Performance – Dick Tracy In B Flat, Judy Garland, Frank Sinatra. ep162, 450215

Posted by By Keith October 5, 2025Posted inCommand Performance, Music
Normally done in a variety format stage show, today Command Performance features a star-studded cast to perform a short musical drama. Based on that all-time favorite detective, Dick Tracey. The…
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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.

Command Performance – Jeannie Crain, William Bendix, Gene Krupa Trio. ep161, 450208

Posted by By Keith September 28, 2025Posted inCommand Performance, Music
The 19-year-old Jean Crane hosts the show, and has all the gents on the show going crazy. Harry james and his orchestra play, while Kitty Callan sings, I'm Beginning to…
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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.

Command Performance – Bette Davis, Georgia Gibbs, Rise Stevens, John Charles Thomas. 431016

Posted by By Keith September 5, 2025Posted inCommand Performance, Music
Hosted by Betty Davis, who opens by reading greetings from the mailbag. Georgia Gibbs sings, Stormy Weather. Gary Moore arrives as an encore request. He chats with Betty about his…
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A vintage advertisement for Admiral radios. It features an elderly man in glasses, sitting in a chair, with an excited expression as he listens to the radio. He holds a newspaper and gestures with a pencil. Next to him is a large radio. The text reads, "Mother! Come quick… it's our Jim on the radio from Naples!" The ad describes how Admiral radios broadcast important news during the war, promoting their quality and reliability.

Command Performance – ep160, 45-02-01

Posted by By Keith August 31, 2025Posted inCommand Performance, Music
Today's host is a newcomer to the Hollywood scene, Gloria DeHavilland. She's looking for a trustworthy man to guide her around town. She sings; the Man I Love. Jack Carson…
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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.

Command Performance – Frank Morgan, Frank Sinatra, Andrew Sisters. ep159, 450125

Posted by By Keith August 24, 2025Posted inCommand Performance, Music
Hosted by Frank Morgan. He talks to announcer Ken Carpenter about girls, then brings out the Andrews Sisters to join in with the cutting up. The sisters dedicate their song,…
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A vintage advertisement for Admiral radios. It features an elderly man in glasses, sitting in a chair, with an excited expression as he listens to the radio. He holds a newspaper and gestures with a pencil. Next to him is a large radio. The text reads, "Mother! Come quick… it's our Jim on the radio from Naples!" The ad describes how Admiral radios broadcast important news during the war, promoting their quality and reliability.

Command Performance – Burns and Allen, Connie Haines, Joe Lilly Chorus. ep158, 450118

Posted by By Keith August 10, 2025Posted inCommand Performance, Music
Hosted by Burns and Allen, Gracie introduces Rafia Mendez who plays, Flight of the Bumble Bee. George and Gracie talk about their guests, and the benefits of being married or…
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A festive image of a vintage Santa Claus holding a large sack of toys over his shoulder, with a snowy background and the words "Spread the Christmas Spirit" written in bold white letters above.

Command Performance – Christmas 1943. 431225

Posted by By Keith December 25, 2024Posted inCommand Performance, Music
A super colossal show filled with stars. Bob Hope is the main host to kick things off. He jokes about Bing, Frank Sinatra, Christmas, and military life. Kay Kaiser performs,…
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