Carmen_Miranda – Retro Radio Podcast

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

By Keith August 31, 2025Command 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…

"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.

Command Performance – Shirley Ross, Carmen Miranda. ep100, 440108

By Keith January 8, 2022Command Performance, Music

Hosted by Shirley Ross, she starts the all musical program off. She sings, Singing In My Heart. Harry James chats a little with Shirley, and dips into the mail bag.…

Silhouettes of five musicians playing musical instruments against a glowing orange and yellow background - possibly a jazz band performing on stage.

Jubilee – Jimmie Lunceford, Nat King Cole. ep85, 440613

By Keith June 13, 2021Jubilee, Music

Note: The correct original air date may be 440626. Host is Ernie "Bubbles" Whitman. Special guest is Carmen Miranda. Ernie lays down the jive as he introduces Jimmy Lunceford, who…

Command Performance – Don Ameche, Cass Daley. ep112, 440325

By Keith March 25, 2021Command Performance, Music

Host, Don Ameche comes out singing a welcom before introducing the Armed Forces Radio Trio who plays, Out of Nowhere. Don dips into the mailbag for some greetings. Then Faye…