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Classic Radio 12-29-25 - Andy's New Years Eve, Gracie's Dating Service, and The Bride Came COD
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Comedy on a Monday
First, a look at this day in History.
Then, Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast December 29, 1944, 81 years ago, New Years Eve. Everybody's been invited to the Jacksons' New Year's Eve party, everybody that is but Andy Brown! Andy learns from Reverend Johnson about the benefits of casting bread upon the waters!
Followed by The Burns and Allen Show, originally broadcast December 29, 1942, 83 years ago, Gracie’s Dating Service. Guest Rita Hayworth received George's issue of "Cowboy Love Tales" by mistake. Gracie tries to get Rita a date.
Then, Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast December 29, 1941, 84 years ago, The Bride Came COD starring Bob Hope and Hedy Lamaar. A financially desperate charter pilot agrees to stop the elopement of an oil tycoon’s daughter by secretly flying her away for a cash-on-delivery fee based on her weight. When he tricks the groom and takes off with the bride, the press reports her as kidnapped, turning the scheme into a national scandal.
Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast December 29, 1947, 78 years ago, Claudia’s Birthday. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.
Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream
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Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf
https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html
First, a look at this day in History.
Then, Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast December 29, 1944, 81 years ago, New Years Eve. Everybody's been invited to the Jacksons' New Year's Eve party, everybody that is but Andy Brown! Andy learns from Reverend Johnson about the benefits of casting bread upon the waters!
Followed by The Burns and Allen Show, originally broadcast December 29, 1942, 83 years ago, Gracie’s Dating Service. Guest Rita Hayworth received George's issue of "Cowboy Love Tales" by mistake. Gracie tries to get Rita a date.
Then, Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast December 29, 1941, 84 years ago, The Bride Came COD starring Bob Hope and Hedy Lamaar. A financially desperate charter pilot agrees to stop the elopement of an oil tycoon’s daughter by secretly flying her away for a cash-on-delivery fee based on her weight. When he tricks the groom and takes off with the bride, the press reports her as kidnapped, turning the scheme into a national scandal.
Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast December 29, 1947, 78 years ago, Claudia’s Birthday. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.
Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream
Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!
Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf
https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html