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Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone on the set of their radio show in 1942.

Jack Benny- The Life of Jack Benny. ep438, 420315

Posted by By Keith March 15, 2026Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
instead of introducing Jack, Don introduces their Irish tenor, Dennis Day. Dennis turns up the Irish when he tells a story about Pat, Mike and a parrot. As Jack tries…
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A black-and-white photograph depicting Jack Benny in a suit holding papers and speaking into a vintage-style microphone. The setting appears to be an old-time radio or recording studio. Jack is standing beside a couple of folding chairs, and there are some blurred background elements that suggest a studio environment. The overall tone is formal, reminiscent of mid-20th-century broadcasting.

Jack Benny – The Sponsor Gets A Million dollar policy on Jack. ep909, 550206

Posted by By Keith August 17, 2025Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
Flashback to Jacks home in Beverly Hills. As Rochester sleeps in, Jack is in the kitchen making breakfast. His chores in the kitchen are interrupted by a phone call. It's…
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A black and white photograph of Jack Benny, a man in a suit and tie, standing against a plain background. He is looking off to the side with a slight smile on his face, and his hands are clasped in front of him. Benny was a comedian and actor, best known for his radio and television shows in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style, with Benny's sharp features and piercing blue eyes on prominent display.

Jack Benny – First Show For CBS. 490102

Posted by By Keith June 22, 2025Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
Don announces this as being the first show for CBS, and sets the stage for a flashback. Jack, Mary, and Rochester drive to the studio in the Maxwell. Jack is…
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A black and white photograph of Jack Benny, a man in a suit and tie, standing against a plain background. He is looking off to the side with a slight smile on his face, and his hands are clasped in front of him. Benny was a comedian and actor, best known for his radio and television shows in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style, with Benny's sharp features and piercing blue eyes on prominent display.

Jack Benny – Leaving for Chicago. ep619, 470427

Posted by By Keith April 27, 2025Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
Mary and Jack anticipate their trip to Chicago to appear on the stage. Rochester offers moral support as Jack practices his bows. Dennis pops in to joke about his mom,…
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A black and white photograph of Jack Benny, a man in a suit and tie, standing against a plain background. He is looking off to the side with a slight smile on his face, and his hands are clasped in front of him. Benny was a comedian and actor, best known for his radio and television shows in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style, with Benny's sharp features and piercing blue eyes on prominent display.

Jack Benny – Jack Tries to Rehire the Sportsmen. ep611, 470302

Posted by By Keith March 2, 2025Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
At the end of last week's show, Jack fired the Sportsmen. Can he justify himself to the sponsor on his decision? Will his contract with the quartet support Jack's case…
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A black and white photograph of Jack Benny, a man in a suit and tie, standing against a plain background. He is looking off to the side with a slight smile on his face, and his hands are clasped in front of him. Benny was a comedian and actor, best known for his radio and television shows in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style, with Benny's sharp features and piercing blue eyes on prominent display.

Jack Benny – Jack Fires the Sportsmen. ep610, 470223

Posted by By Keith February 23, 2025Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
With some of the cast missing, Phil takes charge in the studio. We join Jack as Rochester races him to work in the Maxwell. Or racing as fast as it…
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Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny – Big Game. 371205

Posted by By Keith September 22, 2024Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
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…
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Jack Benny and Carmichael 1939.

Jack Benny – Arriving At Yosemite. ep361, 400211

Posted by By Keith February 11, 2024Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
Flashing back to last week when our little band of merry travelers were on the way to Yosemite, Don gives the details, as both Jack and Mary add skeptical remarks…
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Jack Benny and Carmichael 1939.

Jack Benny – Leaving For Yosemite. ep360, 400204

Posted by By Keith February 4, 2024Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
Rolling the clock back to the end of last week's benefit for the March of Dimes, Jack and the cast share some behind the scenes moments. They critique their jokes,…
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Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny – Introducing Dennis Day. ep343, 391008

Posted by By Keith October 1, 2023Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
Rochester drives Jack to pick up the cast members. Mary scoffs at the 1929 Maxwell, joking the horse may be making a comeback. Phil is teased about his spontaneous sounding…
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