Behind The Mike – FDR’s Third Inaugural Ceremonies. ep19, 410119
With the inaugral speech in the fore front of the news, the show looks at the broadcast hook ups and how they're tested. Announcers read their speeches, and mike checks…
Behind The Mike – Stoogedom. ep7, 401027
The world of stooges is explored, when Minirva Pious is onboard. She's the sole female actor appearing on Fred Allen's show other than his wife, Portland Hoffa. She demonstrates a…
Behind The Mike – Sundown On The Veldt. ep5, 401013
Graham MacNamee hosts to direct the action as we take a look behind the scenes of radio. A popular radio show was one called Sundown on the Veldt, and it's…
Behind The Mike – Versatile Acting. ep4, 401006
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…
Bing Crosby – Guest – Judy Garland. ep109, 520528
Playlist: Bing jokes about his days as a newspaper boy. Bing sings, Am I in Love. Judy Garland sings, Rock a By My Baby. Judy salutes secretaries since this is…
Family Doctor – The Pageant. ep30, 1932
The acting bug seems to have bitten as the town's first annual pageant draws near. Enthusiasm grows as participants practice their parts. Acting as master of ceremonies, and with just…
SPERDVAC – George Balzer Part 1 of 3. 1983
George begins his informal discussion on Jack Benny with a show that has special meaning to him. It's one from February 11, 1951 From Palm Springs, and features some classic…
Spotlight on the Stars with Chris Lombesser – Don Wilson Interview, Filtered Background.
An interview from the Golden Boys Awards in Long Beach. The original had a lot of background conversation. Not sure if I have the interviewer's name correct. I filtered the…
Larry King – Frederick DeCordova. 880500
OK, so it's only loosely connected to Jack Benny, but it was in my folder of extras relating to him. Movie producer Fred DeCordova talks about his film career, and…
Adventures in Research – History of 1st Regular Radio Broadcast. ep95, 441121
Speaking to an engineer who was there, Dr Thomas offers a behind the scenes look at the beginnings of radio and wireless communication. His story of modern broadcasting goes back…