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A black-and-white photo showing two men (Leroy and Gildersleeve). Leroy is on the left and is playing a saxophone, appearing animated and expressive, while Gildersleeve is on the right and holds a script and gestures with a finger to his lips, as if telling Leroy to be quiet. The caption indicates a comedic scene, featuring "The Great Gildersleeve" character, associated with a comedy series announcement on WMAQ-NBC.

The Great Gildersleeve – Leila’s Party for Joanne. ep248, 470423

Posted by By Keith April 23, 2026Posted inComedy, Great GildersleeveNo Comments
after an encounter with a bully named Snyder, Judge Hooker stops to tend to Leroy. Taking the boy home, the judge is a calming presence as Marjorie in Gildersleeve panic.…
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A black-and-white photo showing two men (Leroy and Gildersleeve). Leroy is on the left and is playing a saxophone, appearing animated and expressive, while Gildersleeve is on the right and holds a script and gestures with a finger to his lips, as if telling Leroy to be quiet. The caption indicates a comedic scene, featuring "The Great Gildersleeve" character, associated with a comedy series announcement on WMAQ-NBC.

The Great Gildersleeve – The Whole Town Is Talking (AFRS #113). ep247, 470416

Posted by By Keith April 16, 2026Posted inComedy, Great GildersleeveNo Comments
it’s Saturday morning, and Leroy heads outdoors. At least until Gildersleeve stops him to clean his room, and practice his piano first. As Ben a rise for a visit, Gildy…
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A black-and-white photo showing two men (Leroy and Gildersleeve). Leroy is on the left and is playing a saxophone, appearing animated and expressive, while Gildersleeve is on the right and holds a script and gestures with a finger to his lips, as if telling Leroy to be quiet. The caption indicates a comedic scene, featuring "The Great Gildersleeve" character, associated with a comedy series announcement on WMAQ-NBC.

The Great Gildersleeve – Bird Watchers. ep246, 470409

Posted by By Keith April 9, 2026Posted inComedy, Great Gildersleeve
once again, it’s the day for Leroy’s piano lesson in Gildersleeve is home early to talk to Miss Piper. Gildy manages to get rid of Leroy so he can have…
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Antique magnifying glass with handle.

Crime Club – Death Swims At Midnight. ep40, 470828

Posted by By Keith April 9, 2026Posted inCrime Club, Detective and Mystery
The very exciting story of a beach where the tide goes out, and murder comes in. Maxie is forced to take a swim with his friend Bill. They are warned…
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A black-and-white photo showing two men (Leroy and Gildersleeve). Leroy is on the left and is playing a saxophone, appearing animated and expressive, while Gildersleeve is on the right and holds a script and gestures with a finger to his lips, as if telling Leroy to be quiet. The caption indicates a comedic scene, featuring "The Great Gildersleeve" character, associated with a comedy series announcement on WMAQ-NBC.

The Great Gildersleeve – Evening with Miss Piper. ep245, 470402

Posted by By Keith April 2, 2026Posted inComedy, Great Gildersleeve
we join Floyd in his barbershop, as he relates his perspective on people in town. We roll back the clock to witness Gildersleeve talking with the local pastor. Can he…
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"Dancing silhouettes" - A black and white image featuring the silhouettes of two people dancing together, captured in mid-motion. The figures are set against a light background and the lines of their bodies are sharp and angular. The woman's dress and the man's suit are clearly defined, while their faces are left blank, creating a sense of anonymity. The image evokes a feeling of joy and movement, as the couple appears to be lost in the rhythm of the dance.

Spike Jones (Spotlight Review) Francis Craig. ep7, 471114

Posted by By Keith March 8, 2026Posted inMusic, Spike Jones
It's time for another Spotlight Review, starring Spike Jones, Dorothy Shea, Doodles Weaver, and featuring Francis Craig. Playlist: Spike and the City Slickers play, Pans. After a few words with…
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Old-Fashioned Compass Rose

Voyage of the Scarlet Queen – Shore Leave And The Unhappy Wife. 470925

Posted by By Keith February 21, 2026Posted inAdventure, Scarlet Queen
It looks like Philip Carney has another tale of woe after being involved with a woman, and the port authorities. Carney recounts a general review of his mission sailing for…
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Antique magnifying glass with handle.

Casey, Crime Photographer – The Serpent Goddess. ep214, 471204

Posted by By Keith February 10, 2026Posted inCasey Crime Photographer, Detective and Mystery
Casey and Ann go to interview a pair of explorers who have hit it big in the jungles of South America. In trying to clear up tales of snakes, a…
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Depiction of Jesus Christ in a purple robe, reaching out with one hand.

Greatest Story Ever Told – The Crucifixion. ep10, 470330

Posted by By Keith February 7, 2026Posted inDrama, Greatest Story
The city sleeps peacefully, not knowing what goes on in the house of Caiaphas, the high priest. What is it about Jesus that he should be feared? If he is…
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Antique magnifying glass with handle.

Casey, Crime Photographer – Too Many Angels. ep211, 471113

Posted by By Keith February 4, 2026Posted inCasey Crime Photographer, Detective and Mystery
In the Blue Note, Ann is having her place painted and is hoping Casey will take her out. He does, and even takes their bar tending friend, Ethylbert, out to…
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