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an AI rendered vintage-style comic book cover featuring two African American men, Amos and Andy. The title reads, "Dating Club Disaster: Andy’s Plan Backfires!" One man looks worried, wiping sweat off his forehead, while the other smiles confidently behind him. Below, there are three smaller scenes: two men talking, the two men looking at a framed photo, and a woman standing off to the side looking concerned. The bottom text says "Radio Comedy Classics." A "Dating Club?" poster is visible in the background.

Amos and Andy – Dating Club Disaster. ep27, 440407

Posted by By Keith September 8, 2026Posted inAmos and Andy, ComedyNo Comments
When Andy gets interested in a local dating service, Kingfish steps in to investigate—only to get caught by Sapphire. Can a timely visit from Reverend Johnson save their marriage, or will Andy's scheme tear them apart?
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"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.

Jubilee (AFRS) Harlan Leonard, Delta Rhythm Boys. ep52, 431115

Posted by By Keith September 6, 2026Posted inJubilee, MusicNo Comments
Host Ernie Whitman leads a action-packed episode featuring Harlan Leonard, the Delta Rhythm Boys, boogie-woogie legends Albert Ammons and Pete Johnson, Big Joe Turner, and Savannah Churchill.
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an AI rendition of a vintage-style promotional poster featuring two jazz musicians. On the left, Louis Jordan is depicted joyfully playing a saxophone, dressed in a green suit and bow tie, with musical notes around him. Text announces "Louis Jordan & His Tympany Five" and "Jubilee Radio Episode." On the right, Nat King Cole is shown smiling while playing a grand piano, also in a suit, with musical notes near him. Text reads "Nat King Cole & The King Cole Trio" and "Featured Image Graphic." A banner at the bottom invites listeners to "Listen Now! A Celebration of Jive and Jazz!"

Jubilee (AFRS) Louis Jordan, Nat King Cole. ep51, 431101

Posted by By Keith August 30, 2026Posted inJubilee, MusicNo Comments
Host Ernie Whitman joins jazz legends Louis Jordan and Nat King Cole for a lively Armed Forces Radio Service broadcast packed with classic jive, mailbag greetings, and timeless hit performances.
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"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.

Jubilee (AFRS) Jack Benny, Rochester. ep109, 441025

Posted by By Keith August 23, 2026Posted inJubilee, Music
Along with host Ernie Whitman, special guests join the show today: Stella: Erskine Hawkins and his orchestra open with "Stella." Jack's Entrance: Jack Benny takes the stage to chat with…
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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.

Command Performance – Herbert Marshall, Marilyn Maxwell. ep181, 450622

Posted by By Keith August 2, 2026Posted inCommand Performance, Music, You Are There
Herbert Marshal is host, and introduces Marilyn Maxwell, who then sings, Kiss Goodnight. Jack Haley enters to joke around with the cast. Learn a little about the theatrical training of…
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five jazz musicians silhouette playing on orange background.

Jubilee (AFRS) Barney Bigard, Louis Jordan. ep46, 430927

Posted by By Keith July 12, 2026Posted inJubilee, Music
Hosted by Ernie Whitman, the Jubilee gets kicked off by Louis Jordan and, Pistol Packing Mama. Crooner, Faye Carrol sings, My Devotion. Ernie reads from the mail bag. Louis Jordan…
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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 – Clifton Fadiman. ep8, 420416

Posted by By Keith July 5, 2026Posted inCommand Performance, Music
Well known and loved host of the quiz show, Information Please, is today's host. Clifton Fadiman calls on the orchestra to play a jazzy version of, Polly Wolly Doodle. Responding…
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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.

Command Performance – Dinah Shore, Jeanette MacDonald, Garry Moore, Jimmy Dorsey. ep82, 430906

Posted by By Keith June 28, 2026Posted inCommand Performance, Music
Hosted by Dinah Shore who comes out singing, What Do You Do in the Infantry? Dinah reads from the mail bag, then introduces Jimmy Dorsey. Just after reading from the…
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Joan, Beck and Collyer posing for a photo. Joan is wearing a black dress and holding a bouquet of flowers. Bud Collyer in a suit and tie.

Adventures of Superman – The Green Death Part 4. ep687, 440119

Posted by By Keith June 27, 2026Posted inAdventure, Superman
After the opening commercial about Pep cereal, where we learn about the cool collection of the cardboard models of military fighter planes found in boxes of the product, the announcer…
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five jazz musicians silhouette playing on orange background.

Jubilee (AFRS) Andy Kirk, Gwynne Time. ep134, 450604

Posted by By Keith May 31, 2026Posted inJubilee, Music
Get ready for some hot jazz, played by cool cats, and that jive talking super-sized Ernie Whitman is just the host to keep things moving. Playlist: Andy Kirk plays, 920…
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