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The Life of Riley: Proxy Wedding, part 1
Episode 33
Riley’s best friend, who is off fighting the Nazi’s in WWII, writes and asks Riley to act as his proxy for his wedding. Originally aired on April 16, 1944. This is episode 14 of The Life of Riley. …
Published on 7 years ago
The Pepsodent Show starring Bob Hope - Bob's Toy Store Rehearsal
Episode 32
Rehearsal on 12/10/39 of show to be aired on December 12, 1939. This is episode 51 of The Pepsodent Show starring Bob Hope. Please email questions and comments to host@classiccomedyotr.com. Like us…
Published on 7 years ago
My Favorite Husband: “Liz Sells Dresses"
Episode 31
Liz figures out how to make her money go farther after George makes her return a dress. Originally aired on October 16, 1948. This is episode 14 of My Favorite Husband. Please email questions an…
Published on 7 years ago
The Life of Riley: Riley is the Best Dressed Man
Episode 30
Baxter is convinced that he can win the award for being the best dressed man at the annual Easter Parade - if only he had the right clothes. Originally aired on April 9, 1944. This is episode 13 o…
Published on 7 years ago
The Pepsodent Show starring Bob Hope and Guests, Betty Grable and Jackie Coogan
Episode 29
Bob Hope welcomes special guests, Betty Grable and Jackie Coogan. Picture of Jackie Coogan and Betty Grable, 1938. Most popular pin-up girl of the 1940's, Betty Grable, in the iconic photo from L…
Published on 7 years ago
My Favorite Husband: “Young Matron League Play”
Episode 28
George finds out that Liz is in the play and finds a clever way to surprise her. Originally aired on October 9, 1948. This is episode 13 of My Favorite Husband. Please email questions and commen…
Published on 7 years ago
The Life of Riley: Riley's Birthday
Episode 27
Riley thinks that Uncle Baxter is throwing a party at Riley’s home and at Riley’s expense, but not inviting him. So Riley and his new friend, Waldo, set out to “paint the town red” to show their fami…
Published on 7 years ago
The Pepsodent Show starring Bob Hope and Guest, Judy Garland
Episode 26
Bob Hope welcomes special guest, Judy Garland. Picture of Judy Garland, 1938. Originally aired on March 7, 1939. This is episode 24 of The Pepsodent Show starring Bob Hope. Please email questi…
Published on 7 years, 1 month ago
My Favorite Husband: “Young Matron League Tryouts"
Episode 25
Liz secretly tries out for a role in the Young Matron's League play in an attempt to impress visiting Hollywood director Anatole Brodney. Originally aired on October 2, 1948. This is episode 11 of …
Published on 7 years, 1 month ago
The Life of Riley: The Barber Chair
Episode 24
Riley hopes that Uncle Baxter will rekindle an old flame with a wealthy dowager so he can have Baxter’s room as a den, after the marriage. But is he premature by buying a unique item for his hide-awa…
Published on 7 years, 1 month ago