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Harold Peary at the microphone, wearing a suit and hat. A black and white photograph of Harold Peary, a man in a suit and tie, smiling and looking off to the side. He is standing in front of a plain background, with his hands in his pockets. Peary was a comedian and actor, best known for his role as "The Great Gildersleeve" on radio and television in the 1940s and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style.

The Great Gildersleeve – Gildy’s Rival, Dr. Olsen. ep335, 491026

Posted by By Keith April 10, 2025Posted inComedy, Great GildersleeveNo Comments
Gildersleeve opens with his nameless song to remind listeners that the Name the Song contest is coming to a close. Today Gildersleeve stops by nurse Milford’s house on the way…
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"Let George Do It" radio show logo featuring a man in a fedora holding a smoking gun, with the show title displayed in bold red letters above him and a red microphone below him against a blue background.

Let George Do It – No Riders. ep162, 491128

Posted by By Keith April 3, 2025Posted inDetective and Mystery, Let George Do ItNo Comments
There has been a trucking accident, and a woman is concerned over a boy who may be in trouble. He was hitchhiking to find a better job so he could…
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Harold Peary at the microphone, wearing a suit and hat. A black and white photograph of Harold Peary, a man in a suit and tie, smiling and looking off to the side. He is standing in front of a plain background, with his hands in his pockets. Peary was a comedian and actor, best known for his role as "The Great Gildersleeve" on radio and television in the 1940s and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style.

Great Gildersleeve – The Expectant Father. ep334, 491012

Posted by By Keith March 27, 2025Posted inComedy, Great Gildersleeve
In the Gildersleeve home, Leroy and Gildy harmonize his unnamed song as Marjorie accompanies on piano. After a quick comment from Birdie, Gildy heads out to meet his newest gal,…
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Gerald Mohr in 1951. A black and white photograph of Gerald Mohr, a man in a suit and tie, posing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He is holding a script in one hand and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

Adventures of Philip Marlowe – The Open Window. ep53, 491008

Posted by By Keith March 20, 2025Posted inDetective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe
Days blend into one another, but adventure waits for Philip Marlowe today as he tries to mind his own business. A dame knocks on his door. The woman claims to…
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Harold Peary at the microphone, wearing a suit and hat. A black and white photograph of Harold Peary, a man in a suit and tie, smiling and looking off to the side. He is standing in front of a plain background, with his hands in his pockets. Peary was a comedian and actor, best known for his role as "The Great Gildersleeve" on radio and television in the 1940s and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style.

Great Gildersleeve – Double Date With Marjorie. ep333, 491005

Posted by By Keith March 20, 2025Posted inComedy, Great Gildersleeve
Gildersleeve has to deal with a couple of active kids. Leroy's accident-prone nature on his bike soon pales compared to the fast-driving Marjorie, and her new college friends. He's just…
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Badges. night sticks, police officers.

Richard Diamond – The Lynn Knight Case. ep16, 490806

Posted by By Keith March 19, 2025Posted inDetective and Mystery, Richard Diamond
Get a feel for the busy streets of New York, as described by the picturesque speech of Richard Diamond. Despite his lighthearted banter, he's quick to let us know that…
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Harold Peary at the microphone, wearing a suit and hat. A black and white photograph of Harold Peary, a man in a suit and tie, smiling and looking off to the side. He is standing in front of a plain background, with his hands in his pockets. Peary was a comedian and actor, best known for his role as "The Great Gildersleeve" on radio and television in the 1940s and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style.

Great Gildersleeve – Gildy Meets Nurse Milford. ep332, 490928

Posted by By Keith March 13, 2025Posted inComedy, Great Gildersleeve
As Gildersleeve is tucking in Leroy for the night, and sending Marjorie off to her room, he decides to call on a lady friend on the spur of the moment.…
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A security guard dressed in a dark uniform is reaching for his sidearm, which is holstered on his right hip. He stands in front of a brick wall, with his left hand resting on his belt. His facial expression suggests a state of high alertness and readiness to act in case of any threat or danger.

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – The Racehorse Piledriver Matter. ep20, 491008

Posted by By Keith March 7, 2025Posted inDetective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar1 Comment
Johnny investigates a matter of a race horse, and a question of insurance fraud. Piledriver is facing being killed since he hasn't won any races, but is his owner trying…
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Harold Peary at the microphone, wearing a suit and hat. A black and white photograph of Harold Peary, a man in a suit and tie, smiling and looking off to the side. He is standing in front of a plain background, with his hands in his pockets. Peary was a comedian and actor, best known for his role as "The Great Gildersleeve" on radio and television in the 1940s and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style.

Great Gildersleeve – Gildy The Song Writer. ep331, 490921

Posted by By Keith March 6, 2025Posted inComedy, Great Gildersleeve
Gildersleeve is faced with getting Marjorie and Leroy new school clothes and supplies. Though Leroy is all too willing to drop out so Marjorie will have the extra cash for…
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Antique magnifying glass with handle.

Box 13 – The Professor and the Puzzle. ep21, 490109

Posted by By Keith February 28, 2025Posted inBox 13, Detective and Mystery
A professor at a local college writes to Dan about a personal problem. How can Dan help the professor with his woman trouble? A tale of rivals for a love…
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