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Stan Freeberg – Great Moments In History, Paul Revere. ep4, 570804

Posted by By Keith July 24, 2025Posted inComedy, Stan Freeberg
Opens with a glimpse at the historical moment of Paul Revere starting off on his ride. Peggy Taylor sings, I Like the Looks of You. Stan and the announcer debate…
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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.

You Can’t Do Business With Hitler – Mass Murder. ep5, 1942

Posted by By Keith April 7, 2025Posted inDocumentary and Interview
Probably the most well-known aspect of Nazi domination was the mass murder of the Jews. This episode takes a look at the treatment of the Jews, as people saw it…
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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.

Bergen and McCarthy (Chase and Sanborn Hour NBCR) Christmas with Geraldine Fitzgerald. 391217

Posted by By Keith November 20, 2022Posted inBergen and McCarthy
Don Ameche and Charlie McCarthy introduces the show. Donald Nixon sings, One Girl That I Love. He follows it with, O That it Were So. Charlie tells Don about his…
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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.

Good News Of 1938 – A Christmas Carol, Lionel Barrymore. 381215 (retro552)

Posted by By Keith November 13, 2022Posted inComedy
Featuring host, Robert Young, the music of Meredeth Willson, the comedy of Baby Snookx, and Frank Morgon. After arriving late, and blamuing it on an incident with a horse, and…
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A black and white book cover with the title "You Can't Do Business With Hitler" in bold red letters at the top. A man in a suit with a serious expression is in the foreground, while Hitler's face is in the background, partially obscured by smoke. The author's name, John Roy Carlson, is written in smaller letters at the bottom.

You Can’t Do Business With Hitler – Heads They Win – Tails We Lose. ep1, `1942

Posted by By Keith September 29, 2022Posted inDrama
Recounts the trouble an American businessman had in dealing with the Nazi's just before the war broke out. To further demonstrate the heavy political overtones that Germany had supposedly practicing,…
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A photograph of an indigenous island culture frame, set against a tropical background. The frame is made of intricately carved wood, with various patterns and symbols etched into its surface. It is propped up against a palm tree, with the ocean and other palm trees visible in the background. The overall effect is one of vibrant island culture and tradition, with the frame serving as a symbol of the region's rich artistic heritage.

Escape – The Match. ep41, 480516

Posted by By Keith August 29, 2022Posted inDrama, Escape
Fighting your way across a frozen wilderness, a man with a gun is chasing you. In the icy North, just below the Arctic Circle an adventure begins in violence and…
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Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny – Death In The Night Club. ep288, 380313

Posted by By Keith March 13, 2022Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
Jack feels that Don needs some help with his methods of doing the show opening. Though Jack thinks his job was an example of sincerity, Phil thinks otherwise. When Mary…
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Two gold wedding bands resting on a wooden table, symbolizing commitment, love, and marriage.

My Favorite Husband – Charity Revue. 490311

Posted by By Keith March 11, 2022Posted inComedy, My Favorite Husband
This morning in the Cooper house, George is still getting dressed as Liz talks to Katie about her latest idea that George doesn't approve of. Once George comes to the…
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Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Good News – Guest Jack Benny. 380217

Posted by By Keith February 17, 2022Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
Features regular, Frank Morgan, bragging about his musical ability. Meredeth Willson performs, Whistle While You Work. Baby Snooks does a sketch about telling time and daddy shaving. Jack Benny drops…
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Illuminated taxi cab sign on the roof of a sedan

Amos and Andy – Three Strikes And You’re Out. 440211 (Retro Plus)

Posted by By Keith February 11, 2022Posted inAmos and Andy, Comedy
Another Amos and Andy double feature. First show: Annual Minstrel Show At Lodge. 12-04-1936. A stage show done in vaudeville style. Andy opens with a humorous story about chickens. The…
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