Up to this point, Phil Harris had played his role as bandleader fairly conservatively. In this episode, however, his developing stage persona shines through as he enthusiastically joins the minstrel…
Jack brags to Don about his latest film appearance and the brilliant performance he gave in The Big Broadcast of 1937. However, Mary quickly chimes in with her own opinion,…
It's time to hear from the man the whole world has been waiting for: Jack Benny! Spirits run high as Don Wilson and Jack joke about their recent vacations. Mary…
Jack is tired of the same old thing week after week. Don suggests a few cures for the run-down feeling. Mary talks about her health, and seeing her doctor. She's…
After an intro that drips with buttering up, Jack suspects that Don is expecting something good for Christmas. Even Phil and Mary are overly complementary. It doesn't take long for…
Audio is staticky, but generally OK. Rochester helps Jack plan on how to make his tiny Christmas tree appear bigger than it is. Afterward, Mary Livingston pops in, and talks…
Jack and Don joke around about gray hair. Then Phil enters to get his hair joked about as well. Jack makes a crack about giving Phil the bird. Mary and…
The Tea Party? Don't worry, there's no politics, just fun. Guest announcer Pat Weaver and Jack joke about local features of Boston, where the show is broadcast from today. Kenny…
Jack comes out with compliments on Johnny Greens performance. Then a telegram arrives for Jack from a fan. The mother wants to learn more about Jack's life, so it will…