<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><?xml-stylesheet href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/style.xsl" type="text/xsl"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><atom:link href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/variety-x-afrs/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title><![CDATA[Variety x Armed Forces Radio]]></title><podcast:guid>8f256ebe-40a1-52de-ab3f-79bc585b15e5</podcast:guid><lastBuildDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 20:45:02 +0000</lastBuildDate><generator>Captivate.fm</generator><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><copyright><![CDATA[Copyright 2022-2025 | otr.duane.media | duane.media]]></copyright><managingEditor>duane Old Time Radio</managingEditor><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to VARIETY x AFRS, a collection of classic variety programs; many that aired on the Armed Forces Radio Service (a.k.a. the Armed Forces Radio Network). Programs include comedians, sketch comedy, music (singers & live bands), and ventriloquism.

AFRS (Armed Forces Radio Services) also known as AFN (American Forces Network) were variety programs that only broadcast to overseas military on their own government radio broadcast service. These services are actually still in production today. This podcast will cover the programs broadcast during WWII and thereafter.<br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></itunes:summary><image><url>https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg</url><title>Variety x Armed Forces Radio</title><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link></image><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><itunes:owner><itunes:name>duane Old Time Radio</itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author>duane Old Time Radio</itunes:author><description>Welcome to VARIETY x AFRS, a collection of classic variety programs; many that aired on the Armed Forces Radio Service (a.k.a. the Armed Forces Radio Network). Programs include comedians, sketch comedy, music (singers &amp; live bands), and ventriloquism.

AFRS (Armed Forces Radio Services) also known as AFN (American Forces Network) were variety programs that only broadcast to overseas military on their own government radio broadcast service. These services are actually still in production today. This podcast will cover the programs broadcast during WWII and thereafter.

This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: 

Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp</description><link>https://otr.duane.media</link><atom:link href="https://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" rel="hub"/><itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Armed Forces Radio Service (AFRS)]]></itunes:subtitle><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:category text="Arts"><itunes:category text="Performing Arts"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Fiction"><itunes:category text="Comedy Fiction"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Music"><itunes:category text="Music History"/></itunes:category><podcast:locked>no</podcast:locked><podcast:medium>podcast</podcast:medium><item><title>Sealtest Variety Theater (Dorothy Lamour, Jimmy Durante, Edward G Robinson) | Slight of Hand, 1948</title><itunes:title>Sealtest Variety Theater (Dorothy Lamour, Jimmy Durante, Edward G Robinson) | Slight of Hand, 1948</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Sealtest Variety Theater</strong> (Dorothy Lamour) with Slight of Hand. This eighth episode aired, November 4, 1948.</p><p>Starring: Jimmy Durante, Edward G Robinson, Milton Geiger, Carlton KaDell, Dorothy Lamour, Henry Russell and His Orchestra</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Sealtest Variety Theater</strong> (Dorothy Lamour) with Slight of Hand. This eighth episode aired, November 4, 1948.</p><p>Starring: Jimmy Durante, Edward G Robinson, Milton Geiger, Carlton KaDell, Dorothy Lamour, Henry Russell and His Orchestra</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">02a29090-6456-4e36-980f-c6203a660570</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/71d359a9-ec18-4770-b66e-faff5bcf2f48/eJnikxRpMu18OnoXzFGOJrCf.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/3340c60b-57de-4b5a-acee-ead5ef5a8029/varietyAFRS-1948-11-04-8-Slight-of-Hand.mp3" length="15027849" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>29</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>29</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Starring: Jimmy Durante, Edward G Robinson, Milton Geiger, Carlton KaDell, Dorothy Lamour, Henry Russell and His Orchestra</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Lionel Barrymore | Thanksgiving Special (Dinah Shore, Wally Brown, Fanny Brice +), 1944</title><itunes:title>Lionel Barrymore | Thanksgiving Special (Dinah Shore, Wally Brown, Fanny Brice +), 1944</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>AFRS presents <strong>Lionel Barrymore</strong> host a <em>Thanksgiving Special</em>. This episode aired November 23, 1944.</p><p>Act I: The first 4 minutes or so are instrumental. Then <strong>Dinah Shore</strong> sings, also features Wally Brown (comedian/actor), <strong>Harry von Zell</strong> (radio announcer / actor).</p><p>Act II: Features <strong>John Charles Thomas</strong> (opera singer), <strong>Fanny Brice/Baby Snooks</strong> (comedian), and more.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>AFRS presents <strong>Lionel Barrymore</strong> host a <em>Thanksgiving Special</em>. This episode aired November 23, 1944.</p><p>Act I: The first 4 minutes or so are instrumental. Then <strong>Dinah Shore</strong> sings, also features Wally Brown (comedian/actor), <strong>Harry von Zell</strong> (radio announcer / actor).</p><p>Act II: Features <strong>John Charles Thomas</strong> (opera singer), <strong>Fanny Brice/Baby Snooks</strong> (comedian), and more.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ae9778e4-772a-49df-92f4-533fa5deaa79</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 26 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/091b4c83-33eb-4bb8-9427-fe6cff7bc7d7/varietyX-AFRS-LyonelBarrymore-Thanksgiving-20Special-11-23-44.mp3" length="15092006" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:26</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>28</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>28</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>AFRS presents Lionel Barrymore as host of a Thanksgiving Special. Starring: Dinah Shore, Wally Brown, Harry von Zell, John Charles Thomas, Fanny Brice/Baby Snooks, and more.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>The Big Show (Tallulah Bankhead) | Eddie Cantor, Mindy Carson, 1950</title><itunes:title>The Big Show (Tallulah Bankhead) | Eddie Cantor, Mindy Carson, 1950</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>The Big Show</strong> with hostess, <strong>Tallulah Bankhead</strong>, this episode stars: <em>Eddie Cantor</em> and <em>Mindy Carson</em>. This episode aired, November 19, 1950.</p><p>The Big Show&nbsp;was an NBC variety program that ran from November 5, 1950, to April 20, 1952. It consisted of 57 episodes, spread across two seasons. At 90 minutes per episode, it aired on Sunday night from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. for the first season.</p><p>NBC spent a lot of money per episode in hopes of keeping the public tuned to their radios instead of leaving for television. Each episode could cost $100,000 or more.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>The Big Show</strong> with hostess, <strong>Tallulah Bankhead</strong>, this episode stars: <em>Eddie Cantor</em> and <em>Mindy Carson</em>. This episode aired, November 19, 1950.</p><p>The Big Show&nbsp;was an NBC variety program that ran from November 5, 1950, to April 20, 1952. It consisted of 57 episodes, spread across two seasons. At 90 minutes per episode, it aired on Sunday night from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. for the first season.</p><p>NBC spent a lot of money per episode in hopes of keeping the public tuned to their radios instead of leaving for television. Each episode could cost $100,000 or more.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5931fabe-1ae2-46d3-aacf-4eaf96ba5ac2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/d7cce5ac-646d-4756-9a89-298d5a30550e/varietyAFRS-1950-11-19-ep03-Eddie-Cantor-Mindy-Carson.mp3" length="44090224" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:31:51</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>27</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>27</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Chase and Sanborn Hour | with Mae West, 1937</title><itunes:title>Chase and Sanborn Hour | with Mae West, 1937</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Chase and Sanborn Hour</strong>,<strong> </strong>starring Mae West. This episode aired December 12, 1937.</p><p>Starring: Mae West, Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy, Don Ameche, and Dorothy Lamour.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Chase and Sanborn Hour</strong>,<strong> </strong>starring Mae West. This episode aired December 12, 1937.</p><p>Starring: Mae West, Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy, Don Ameche, and Dorothy Lamour.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">edfb1ed5-5192-44bc-9d7a-ecd41fe3aa62</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8331887d-448e-4ed1-b465-9372e6c1fe2f/RPIK9G-3-pUc7LFx0Z8ppZwt.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/f05eb818-d66c-41b3-b5f8-696466fff97f/varietyAFRS-C-S-1937-12-12-032-Guest-20Mae-20West.mp3" length="27641648" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>57:35</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>26</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>26</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Mail Call | with Groucho Marx, Betty Grable, Judy Garland, 1943</title><itunes:title>Mail Call | with Groucho Marx, Betty Grable, Judy Garland, 1943</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Mail Call</strong> with episode 19 featuring <em>Groucho Marx</em>, <em>Betty Grable</em>, <em>Jose Iturbi</em>, and <em>Judy Garland</em>. This episode aired January 9, 1943.</p><p><strong>Groucho Marx</strong> insists Bill Goodwin announce him, and isn't satisfied with it. Judy Garland sings, "I Never Knew." <strong>Jose Iturbi</strong> performs a classical number, but Judy wants him to 'make with the jive,' and teaches him to swing. Groucho introduces <strong>Betty Grable</strong> as his "mom," and she goes along with the gag. Betty gets love advice from Groucho.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Mail Call</strong> with episode 19 featuring <em>Groucho Marx</em>, <em>Betty Grable</em>, <em>Jose Iturbi</em>, and <em>Judy Garland</em>. This episode aired January 9, 1943.</p><p><strong>Groucho Marx</strong> insists Bill Goodwin announce him, and isn't satisfied with it. Judy Garland sings, "I Never Knew." <strong>Jose Iturbi</strong> performs a classical number, but Judy wants him to 'make with the jive,' and teaches him to swing. Groucho introduces <strong>Betty Grable</strong> as his "mom," and she goes along with the gag. Betty gets love advice from Groucho.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4794bdb6-f939-4424-87e2-a5babb63eaf8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 06:30:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/e123fef2-15de-4096-b89a-b68d59c2869c/varietyAFRS-MC-43-01-09-ep019-Groucho-Marx-Betty-Grable-Judy-Ga.mp3" length="15348215" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:58</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>25</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>25</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Groucho Marx isn&apos;t satisfied with his introduction. Judy Garland sings, &quot;I Never Knew.&quot; And Groucho introduces Betty Grable as his &quot;mom,&quot; and she goes along with the gag.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Sealtest Variety Theater (Halloween Episode) | Boris Karloff, Jack Carson, 1948</title><itunes:title>Sealtest Variety Theater (Halloween Episode) | Boris Karloff, Jack Carson, 1948</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Sealtest Variety Theater</strong> with their Halloween episode starring <em>Boris Karloff</em> and <em>Jack Carson</em>, and as always starred the beautiful and talented, <strong>Dorothy Lamour</strong>. This episode aired October 28, 1948.</p><p>The first tune is "I'll Never Smile Again." Guest Boris Karloff arrives during a storm, while there's an escaped murderer on the loose!</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Sealtest Variety Theater</strong> with their Halloween episode starring <em>Boris Karloff</em> and <em>Jack Carson</em>, and as always starred the beautiful and talented, <strong>Dorothy Lamour</strong>. This episode aired October 28, 1948.</p><p>The first tune is "I'll Never Smile Again." Guest Boris Karloff arrives during a storm, while there's an escaped murderer on the loose!</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">38be3448-ea8a-431b-932d-c4bf780b1659</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/87b90bb7-9ba7-4c12-ac1b-f991b87d9de6/npHBCxjnOa0QRpJAjMXMmd2e.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2022 23:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/1f4e6d19-601c-478d-97a5-a4776750c587/varietyAFRS-1948-10-28-20-7-20Jack-20Carson-20-20Boris-20Karloff.mp3" length="14800061" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>30:49</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>24</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>24</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Command Performance | Kate Smith, Henny Youngman, 1942</title><itunes:title>Command Performance | Kate Smith, Henny Youngman, 1942</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Command Performance</strong> with their third episode starring: Kate Smith and comedian Henny Youngman. This episode aired March 13, 1942.</p><p>Command Performance aired from 1942 to 1949, on the&nbsp;Armed Forces Radio Network&nbsp;(AFRS) and transmitted by shortwave to the&nbsp;troops&nbsp;overseas — with few exceptions, it was not broadcast over domestic U.S. radio stations.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Command Performance</strong> with their third episode starring: Kate Smith and comedian Henny Youngman. This episode aired March 13, 1942.</p><p>Command Performance aired from 1942 to 1949, on the&nbsp;Armed Forces Radio Network&nbsp;(AFRS) and transmitted by shortwave to the&nbsp;troops&nbsp;overseas — with few exceptions, it was not broadcast over domestic U.S. radio stations.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">26defd2d-1eb8-4a46-beb5-6336e9966fde</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 22 Oct 2022 08:30:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/074ad5e2-b485-4b6b-949f-fa94d7201ac4/varietyAFRS-1942-03-13-ep003-Kate-Smith-Henny-Youngman.mp3" length="15590631" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>32:28</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>23</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>23</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>The Big Show | Tallulah Bankhead, Groucho Marx, Fanny Brice, 1950</title><itunes:title>The Big Show | Tallulah Bankhead, Groucho Marx, Fanny Brice, 1950</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>The Big Show</strong>, hosted by, Tallulah Bankhead with guest stars -- Groucho Marx and Fanny Brice. This episode aired November 12, 1950.</p><p>The Big Show&nbsp;was an NBC variety program that ran from November 5, 1950, to April 20, 1952. It consisted of 57 episodes, spread across two seasons. At 90 minutes per episode, it aired on Sunday night from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. for the first season.</p><p>NBC spent a lot of money per episode in hopes of keeping the public tuned to their radios instead of leaving for television. Each episode could cost $100,000 or more.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>The Big Show</strong>, hosted by, Tallulah Bankhead with guest stars -- Groucho Marx and Fanny Brice. This episode aired November 12, 1950.</p><p>The Big Show&nbsp;was an NBC variety program that ran from November 5, 1950, to April 20, 1952. It consisted of 57 episodes, spread across two seasons. At 90 minutes per episode, it aired on Sunday night from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. for the first season.</p><p>NBC spent a lot of money per episode in hopes of keeping the public tuned to their radios instead of leaving for television. Each episode could cost $100,000 or more.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">60072753-616b-420e-8f95-fa8143f69d04</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 15 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/6767b7fa-0e9a-41aa-82b9-64d484dfd2fb/varietyAFRS-1950-11-12-ep02-Groucho-Marx-Fanny-Brice.mp3" length="44028157" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:31:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>22</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Hosted by, Tallulah Bankhead with guest stars -- Groucho Marx and Fanny Brice.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>The Chase And Sanborn Hour | With Bette Davis, W.C. Fields, Bergen &amp; McCarthy, Dorothy Lamour, 1937</title><itunes:title>The Chase And Sanborn Hour | With Bette Davis, W.C. Fields, Bergen &amp; McCarthy, Dorothy Lamour, 1937</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>The Chase And Sanborn Hour</strong> starts off October and guest stars, <em>Bette Davis</em>. This episode aired, September 12, 1937.</p><p>Starring: Bette Davis, Don Ameche, Edgar Bergen, Nelson Eddy, W C. Fields, Carlton KaDell, Dorothy Lamour, Robert Armbruster and His Orchestra</p><p>Episode notes: <strong>Edgar Bergen</strong> misses his cue at the very beginning of the show. <strong>Nelson Eddy</strong> sings, "With A Song In My Heart." Edgar discusses the coming start of the school year with <strong>Charlie McCarthy</strong>. <strong>Dorothy Lamour</strong> promises to help Charlie with his homework. The orchestra plays a medley of hits by Irving Berlin. <strong>Bette Davis</strong> appears in, "It's A Swell Night," by Joan Austin. After the story, Charlie flirts with Bette. <strong>W. C. Fields</strong> tells about his new picture, "The Big Broadcast of 1938" and jousts with Charlie McCarthy.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>The Chase And Sanborn Hour</strong> starts off October and guest stars, <em>Bette Davis</em>. This episode aired, September 12, 1937.</p><p>Starring: Bette Davis, Don Ameche, Edgar Bergen, Nelson Eddy, W C. Fields, Carlton KaDell, Dorothy Lamour, Robert Armbruster and His Orchestra</p><p>Episode notes: <strong>Edgar Bergen</strong> misses his cue at the very beginning of the show. <strong>Nelson Eddy</strong> sings, "With A Song In My Heart." Edgar discusses the coming start of the school year with <strong>Charlie McCarthy</strong>. <strong>Dorothy Lamour</strong> promises to help Charlie with his homework. The orchestra plays a medley of hits by Irving Berlin. <strong>Bette Davis</strong> appears in, "It's A Swell Night," by Joan Austin. After the story, Charlie flirts with Bette. <strong>W. C. Fields</strong> tells about his new picture, "The Big Broadcast of 1938" and jousts with Charlie McCarthy.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7d56f72a-806d-4ee1-a82f-e51e2db36a27</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/f6816052-3b0b-46e4-bbf9-f994175b9e50/bRi58PKFgwYwxrz7PJeO291u.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/c52911d4-8fca-4510-82f2-6632caef0087/varietyAFRS-1937-09-12-019-Guest-20Bette-20Davis.mp3" length="29821306" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:02:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>21</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Bette Davis appears in, &quot;It&apos;s A Swell Night.&quot; Afterwards, Charlie McCarthy flirts with Bette. Then W. C. Fields tells of his new movie, &quot;The Big Broadcast of 1938&quot; and jousts with Charlie McCarthy.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Guest Star (2 eps) | Phil Baker, Helen Traubel, Lauritz Melchior, 1947</title><itunes:title>Guest Star (2 eps) | Phil Baker, Helen Traubel, Lauritz Melchior, 1947</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Guest Star</strong> with <em>Phil Baker</em> (April 10, 1947); and <em>Helen Traubel, Lauritz Melchior</em> (April 17, 1947).</p><p>Episode #3 - Phil Baker: The first tune is, "Rosalie." Phil Baker does a spoof on quiz shows. Starring: Phil Baker, Kenny Delmar</p><p>Episode #4: Stars U.S. opera and concert singer, Helen Traubel, and Lauritz Melchior also an opera singer born in Denmark.</p><p>Guest Star was produced by the U.S. Treasury Department in the 1940s - 1950s as a public service program to promote the sales of U.S. Savings Bonds.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Guest Star</strong> with <em>Phil Baker</em> (April 10, 1947); and <em>Helen Traubel, Lauritz Melchior</em> (April 17, 1947).</p><p>Episode #3 - Phil Baker: The first tune is, "Rosalie." Phil Baker does a spoof on quiz shows. Starring: Phil Baker, Kenny Delmar</p><p>Episode #4: Stars U.S. opera and concert singer, Helen Traubel, and Lauritz Melchior also an opera singer born in Denmark.</p><p>Guest Star was produced by the U.S. Treasury Department in the 1940s - 1950s as a public service program to promote the sales of U.S. Savings Bonds.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6b4d3c78-1931-484e-931e-3fe72af67adf</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/13d4f119-4d6e-496b-92c2-bee79c8e8197/varietyGuest-20Star-201947-04-10-20-3-20Phil-20Baker-1947-04-17.mp3" length="15088871" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:26</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>20</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Two episodes starring: Phil Baker (comedian), Kenny Delmar (actor), Helen Traubel (opera singer), and Lauritz Melchior (opera singer).</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Hit Parade |  I Dream of You (Fred Rich), 1945</title><itunes:title>Hit Parade |  I Dream of You (Fred Rich), 1945</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Hit Parade (a.k.a. Your Hit Parade)</strong>, with their episode, <em>I Dream Of You</em>. This episode aired January, 20, 1945.</p><p>Features composer and bandleader: <strong>Fred Rich</strong> (Frederic Efrem Rich&nbsp;- January 1898 – September 1956).</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Hit Parade (a.k.a. Your Hit Parade)</strong>, with their episode, <em>I Dream Of You</em>. This episode aired January, 20, 1945.</p><p>Features composer and bandleader: <strong>Fred Rich</strong> (Frederic Efrem Rich&nbsp;- January 1898 – September 1956).</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">032ff857-efec-417c-a1d6-85d2dda0ccc8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/dafbe94b-3dc0-4642-b88d-d1efeae36bdb/varietyAFRS-117-Hit-Parade-01-20-45Hit-Parade.mp3" length="15645593" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>32:35</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>19</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Features composer and bandleader: Fred Rich (Frederic Efrem Rich - January, 1898 – September 1956).</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Sealtest Variety Theater (Abbott &amp; Costello, Dorothy Lamour) | Happy Ending, 1948</title><itunes:title>Sealtest Variety Theater (Abbott &amp; Costello, Dorothy Lamour) | Happy Ending, 1948</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Sealtest Variety Theater</strong> (The Dorothy Lamour Show) with their sixth episode, <em>Happy Ending</em>. This episode aired, October 21, 1948.</p><p>Guests Abbott and Costello are running a gas station. The first tune is "<em>It's A Most Unusual Day</em>." Guest Dick Powell and Dorothy appear in "<em>Happy Ending</em>," by Milton Geiger.</p><p>Episode Features: <strong>Bud Abbott</strong>, <strong>Lou Costello</strong>, The Crew Chiefs, Carlton KaDell, Dorothy Lamour, Henry Russell and His Orchestra</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Sealtest Variety Theater</strong> (The Dorothy Lamour Show) with their sixth episode, <em>Happy Ending</em>. This episode aired, October 21, 1948.</p><p>Guests Abbott and Costello are running a gas station. The first tune is "<em>It's A Most Unusual Day</em>." Guest Dick Powell and Dorothy appear in "<em>Happy Ending</em>," by Milton Geiger.</p><p>Episode Features: <strong>Bud Abbott</strong>, <strong>Lou Costello</strong>, The Crew Chiefs, Carlton KaDell, Dorothy Lamour, Henry Russell and His Orchestra</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">23e3c903-c173-48ee-90be-dca58ccbb811</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/0b79f3b6-c879-468e-b511-93aa7c9bb4e4/tTRloh-dhD1C-FWOlYXwgC2F.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/589a5464-31d2-4555-9629-a9e318684461/variety-Sealtest-1948-10-21-20-6-20Happy-20Ending.mp3" length="15616544" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>32:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>18</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Guests Abbott and Costello are running a gas station. The first tune is &quot;It&apos;s A Most Unusual Day.&quot; Guest Dick Powell and Dorothy appear in &quot;Happy Ending,&quot; by Milton Geiger.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Jubilee | Duke Ellington, Ethel Waters, 1942</title><itunes:title>Jubilee | Duke Ellington, Ethel Waters, 1942</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Jubilee</strong> -- this first episode stars: Duke Ellington and Ethel Waters. Jubilee was hosted by Ernie Whitman. This episode aired, October 9, 1942.</p><p>Jubilee&nbsp;was directed at African-American troops, but the content was high quality jazz that would have been enjoyed by servicemen of any race. The program stated that it was for the Fighting Men of the United Nations. American Troops were getting to know the people and lands where they were serving, Jubilee saw itself as a chance for these people to get to know America.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Jubilee</strong> -- this first episode stars: Duke Ellington and Ethel Waters. Jubilee was hosted by Ernie Whitman. This episode aired, October 9, 1942.</p><p>Jubilee&nbsp;was directed at African-American troops, but the content was high quality jazz that would have been enjoyed by servicemen of any race. The program stated that it was for the Fighting Men of the United Nations. American Troops were getting to know the people and lands where they were serving, Jubilee saw itself as a chance for these people to get to know America.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7bd258ff-c9bc-4e0d-ac2c-f447dcb422c4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/33e099e5-624d-408d-a294-7616c2fbb4e1/variety-Jubilee-19421009-001-Duke-Ellington-Ethel-Waters.mp3" length="15231813" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>17</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Jubilee was directed at African-American troops, but the content was high quality jazz that would have been enjoyed by servicemen of any race.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Guest Star (2 eps) | Henry Morgan &amp; Gladys Swartout, 1947</title><itunes:title>Guest Star (2 eps) | Henry Morgan &amp; Gladys Swartout, 1947</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Guest Star</strong> with two episodes starring: &nbsp;Henry Morgan (aired, March 3, 1947) and Gladys Swartout (aired, April 4, 1947).</p><p><strong>Henry Morgan</strong> (b. March 31, 1915 – d. May 19, 1994) was an American humorist.</p><p><strong>Gladys Swartout</strong> (b. December 25, 1900 – d. July 7, 1969) was an American mezzo-soprano opera singer and actress.</p><p>Guest Star&nbsp;was produced by the U.S. Treasury Department. The goal was to promote people to buy saving bonds. It featured various famous Guest Stars including actors, singers, and comedians.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Guest Star</strong> with two episodes starring: &nbsp;Henry Morgan (aired, March 3, 1947) and Gladys Swartout (aired, April 4, 1947).</p><p><strong>Henry Morgan</strong> (b. March 31, 1915 – d. May 19, 1994) was an American humorist.</p><p><strong>Gladys Swartout</strong> (b. December 25, 1900 – d. July 7, 1969) was an American mezzo-soprano opera singer and actress.</p><p>Guest Star&nbsp;was produced by the U.S. Treasury Department. The goal was to promote people to buy saving bonds. It featured various famous Guest Stars including actors, singers, and comedians.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">26a082ae-23cd-4481-a20e-45bc8fc02f79</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/80c0635c-47d9-453e-b31b-919be2d26ca9/varietyAFRS-Guest-20Star-201947-03-27-20-1-20Henry-20Morgan-Gue.mp3" length="15010921" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>16</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Produced by the U.S. Treasury Department. The goal was to promote people to buy saving bonds. It featured various famous Guest Stars including actors, singers, and comedians.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Chase &amp; Sanborn Hour | Bette Davis, Dorothy Lamour, Edgar Bergen &amp; Charlie McCarthy, 1937</title><itunes:title>Chase &amp; Sanborn Hour | Bette Davis, Dorothy Lamour, Edgar Bergen &amp; Charlie McCarthy, 1937</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Featuring guest star, <em>Bette Davis</em>, on the <strong>Chase and Sanborn Hour</strong>. CSH was a variety program with songs and comedy. This episode aired September 12, 1937. </p><p>Hosted by Don Ameche and also featuring Dorothy Lamour, Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy, and Nelson Eddy.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Featuring guest star, <em>Bette Davis</em>, on the <strong>Chase and Sanborn Hour</strong>. CSH was a variety program with songs and comedy. This episode aired September 12, 1937. </p><p>Hosted by Don Ameche and also featuring Dorothy Lamour, Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy, and Nelson Eddy.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8f78e794-20a3-4409-aebe-a146f3981fac</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b2598dfd-7079-4275-8ee9-507952619b8b/IwWCPzK2zTlfO-D-7Fg7942M.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/cc0cec19-b7a6-451b-a612-85d2d5850240/varietyAFRS-C-S1937-09-12-019-Guest-20Bette-20Davis.mp3" length="29815245" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:02:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>15</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Featuring guest star, Bette Davis, on the Chase and Sanborn Hour. CSH was a variety program with songs and comedy. This episode aired September 12, 1937.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Command Performance |  Fred Waring &amp; Joe Louis, 1942</title><itunes:title>Command Performance |  Fred Waring &amp; Joe Louis, 1942</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week we feature, <strong>Command Performance</strong> and their second episode starring <em>Fred Waring </em>and<em> Joe Louis</em> This episode aired March 9, 1942.</p><p>Fred Waring (b. June 9, 1900 - d. July 29, 1984) was a popular musician, bandleader and radio-television personality.</p><p>Joe Louis (b. May 13, 1914 - d. April 12, 1981) was a very famous professional African-American boxer, known as "The Brown Bomber."</p><p>Command Performance aired from 1942 to 1949, on the&nbsp;Armed Forces Radio Network&nbsp;(AFRS) and transmitted by shortwave to the&nbsp;troops&nbsp;overseas — with few exceptions, it was not broadcast over domestic U.S. radio stations.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week we feature, <strong>Command Performance</strong> and their second episode starring <em>Fred Waring </em>and<em> Joe Louis</em> This episode aired March 9, 1942.</p><p>Fred Waring (b. June 9, 1900 - d. July 29, 1984) was a popular musician, bandleader and radio-television personality.</p><p>Joe Louis (b. May 13, 1914 - d. April 12, 1981) was a very famous professional African-American boxer, known as "The Brown Bomber."</p><p>Command Performance aired from 1942 to 1949, on the&nbsp;Armed Forces Radio Network&nbsp;(AFRS) and transmitted by shortwave to the&nbsp;troops&nbsp;overseas — with few exceptions, it was not broadcast over domestic U.S. radio stations.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d27c27f5-aadc-4045-9384-5ef862090e77</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/658cbbde-e2bf-4ebb-8ce4-8793958b437c/varietyAFRS-1942-03-09-ep002-Fred-Warren-20Joe-Lewis.mp3" length="15458138" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>32:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>14</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>This week we feature, Command Performance and their second episode starring Fred Waring and Joe Louis This episode aired March 9, 1942.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>The Big Show | Tallulah Bankhead, Fred Allen, Jimmy Durante, 1950</title><itunes:title>The Big Show | Tallulah Bankhead, Fred Allen, Jimmy Durante, 1950</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Let's welcome a new series to the podcast, <strong>The Big Show</strong>. This is their first episode with <em>Fred Allen</em> &amp; <em>Jimmy Durante</em>. This episode aired November 05, 1950.</p><p>Starring: <strong>Tallulah Bankhead</strong> (mistress of ceremonies), Fred Allen, Mindy Carson, Jimmy Durante, Jose Ferrer, Portland Hoffa, Russell Knight, Frankie Laine, Ethel Merman, Danny Thomas, Meredith Willson</p><p>::::</p><p>The Big Show&nbsp;was an NBC variety program that ran from November 5, 1950, to April 20, 1952. It consisted of 57 episodes, spread across two seasons. At 90 minutes per episode, it aired on Sunday night from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. for the first season.</p><p>NBC spent a lot of money per episode in hopes of keeping the public tuned to their radios instead of leaving for television. Each episode could cost $100,000 or more.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Let's welcome a new series to the podcast, <strong>The Big Show</strong>. This is their first episode with <em>Fred Allen</em> &amp; <em>Jimmy Durante</em>. This episode aired November 05, 1950.</p><p>Starring: <strong>Tallulah Bankhead</strong> (mistress of ceremonies), Fred Allen, Mindy Carson, Jimmy Durante, Jose Ferrer, Portland Hoffa, Russell Knight, Frankie Laine, Ethel Merman, Danny Thomas, Meredith Willson</p><p>::::</p><p>The Big Show&nbsp;was an NBC variety program that ran from November 5, 1950, to April 20, 1952. It consisted of 57 episodes, spread across two seasons. At 90 minutes per episode, it aired on Sunday night from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. for the first season.</p><p>NBC spent a lot of money per episode in hopes of keeping the public tuned to their radios instead of leaving for television. Each episode could cost $100,000 or more.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f6f3bd4c-b458-4482-81eb-411716410048</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/95c20d7e-3248-4710-b619-68c5518d5278/varietyAFRS-bigShow-1950-11-05-ep01-Fred-Allen-Jimmy-Durante.mp3" length="44068072" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:31:48</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>13</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Starring: Tallulah Bankhead, Fred Allen, Mindy Carson, Jimmy Durante, Jose Ferrer, Portland Hoffa, Russell Knight, Frankie Laine, Ethel Merman, Danny Thomas, Meredith Willson</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Sealtest Variety Hour: Waiting Room (Dorothy Lamour, Gregory Peck, Ozzie &amp; Harriet), 1948</title><itunes:title>Sealtest Variety Hour: Waiting Room (Dorothy Lamour, Gregory Peck, Ozzie &amp; Harriet), 1948</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Sealtest Variety Hour</strong> (aka The Dorothy Lamour Hour) with this episode titled <em>Waiting Room</em>. This episode aired September 9, 1948.</p><p>Sponsored by: Sealtest. The premiere episode, Waiting Room. Gregory Peck and Dorothy appear in "Waiting Room" by Louis Vittes: Two people are in the waiting room of a heavenly railroad station.</p><p>Featuring: Dorothy Lamour, Gregory Peck, Ozzie Nelson, Harriet Nelson, David Nelson, Ricky Nelson, Henry Russell and His Orchestra, Tommy Bernard, Henry Blair, Harriet Hilliard, Carlton KaDell</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Sealtest Variety Hour</strong> (aka The Dorothy Lamour Hour) with this episode titled <em>Waiting Room</em>. This episode aired September 9, 1948.</p><p>Sponsored by: Sealtest. The premiere episode, Waiting Room. Gregory Peck and Dorothy appear in "Waiting Room" by Louis Vittes: Two people are in the waiting room of a heavenly railroad station.</p><p>Featuring: Dorothy Lamour, Gregory Peck, Ozzie Nelson, Harriet Nelson, David Nelson, Ricky Nelson, Henry Russell and His Orchestra, Tommy Bernard, Henry Blair, Harriet Hilliard, Carlton KaDell</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bcd260db-9a16-4601-a8a5-23b9cdb96432</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/392f8b65-2bc0-49d8-b6b9-b337ea94a00e/UaGHTZE0_6Whnz8tDcoy3J5-.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/b74c8824-86c3-45ea-90e1-00e6976e97c0/varietyAFRS-Sealtest-1948-09-09-1-Waiting-20Room.mp3" length="15024714" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>12</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>The premiere episode, Waiting Room. Gregory Peck and Dorothy Lamour appear in &quot;Waiting Room&quot; by Louis Vittes: Two people are in the waiting room of a heavenly railroad station.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Cats &amp; Jammers | Lena Horne, Erskine Butterfield, 1941</title><itunes:title>Cats &amp; Jammers | Lena Horne, Erskine Butterfield, 1941</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Cats and Jammers</strong> sponsored by Longines Watch. C&amp;J was broadcast by the Canadian Broadcasting Company. This episode aired (or was recorded) May 11, 1941. </p><p>Starring: Lena Horne (b. June 30, 1917; d. May 9, 2010), Erskine Butterfield (February 9, 1913 – July 11, 1961)</p><p>Can't confirm, but I believe this program was one-and-done, as I could not find any other programs or information.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Cats and Jammers</strong> sponsored by Longines Watch. C&amp;J was broadcast by the Canadian Broadcasting Company. This episode aired (or was recorded) May 11, 1941. </p><p>Starring: Lena Horne (b. June 30, 1917; d. May 9, 2010), Erskine Butterfield (February 9, 1913 – July 11, 1961)</p><p>Can't confirm, but I believe this program was one-and-done, as I could not find any other programs or information.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c073415b-2993-4d54-b160-fb5cbb99f0da</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/0d7ee2af-222d-411c-bbbc-9866d2ab2b7d/varietyAFRS-C-J-1941-05-11-Lena-Horne-ErskineButterfield.mp3" length="28453325" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>29:38</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>11</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Cats and Jammers sponsored by Longines Watch, broadcast by the Canadian Broadcasting Company. Starring: Lena Horne and Erskine Butterfield</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Harlem Hospitality | Willie Bryant, Little Miss Cornshucks, Amanda Randolph, 1947</title><itunes:title>Harlem Hospitality | Willie Bryant, Little Miss Cornshucks, Amanda Randolph, 1947</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Harlem Hospitality</strong>, hosted by William Bryant, a popular Jazz&nbsp;bandleader, vocalist, and&nbsp;disc jockey. This series aired on the American Armed Forces Radio Network. This episode aired in 1947 (month and day unknown).</p><p>The program was recorded from the legendary and at the time - extremely popular,<strong> Savoy Ballroom</strong> in Harlem, New York City, with a combination of musical numbers and audience interviews.</p><p>Starring:</p><ul><li>Willie Bryant a.k.a. "Mayor of Harlem" (host); (b. August 30, 1908 – d. February 9, 1964)</li><li> Little Miss Cornshucks (Mildred Jorman) (singer -- b. May 26, 1923; d. November 11, 1999)</li><li>Zella Carter;</li><li>Amanda Randolph (actress &amp; singer -- b. September 2, 1896; d. August 24, 1967);</li><li>Etc.</li></ul><br/><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Harlem Hospitality</strong>, hosted by William Bryant, a popular Jazz&nbsp;bandleader, vocalist, and&nbsp;disc jockey. This series aired on the American Armed Forces Radio Network. This episode aired in 1947 (month and day unknown).</p><p>The program was recorded from the legendary and at the time - extremely popular,<strong> Savoy Ballroom</strong> in Harlem, New York City, with a combination of musical numbers and audience interviews.</p><p>Starring:</p><ul><li>Willie Bryant a.k.a. "Mayor of Harlem" (host); (b. August 30, 1908 – d. February 9, 1964)</li><li> Little Miss Cornshucks (Mildred Jorman) (singer -- b. May 26, 1923; d. November 11, 1999)</li><li>Zella Carter;</li><li>Amanda Randolph (actress &amp; singer -- b. September 2, 1896; d. August 24, 1967);</li><li>Etc.</li></ul><br/><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">efd019b3-fe33-49a3-9c4a-5eeebeb941f9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/43aec311-17ac-4e31-b1f4-9ba9bea015ad/varietyAFRS-AFRS-2011-20-20Harlem-20Hospitality-20Club.mp3" length="15782265" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>32:52</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>10</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Recorded at the Savoy Ballroom in Harlem, New York City, with a combination of musical numbers and audience interviews.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Guest Ida Lupino | Chase &amp; Sanborn (Don Ameche, Dorothy Lamour, Edgar Bergen, Charlie McCarthy), 1937</title><itunes:title>Guest Ida Lupino | Chase &amp; Sanborn (Don Ameche, Dorothy Lamour, Edgar Bergen, Charlie McCarthy), 1937</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Featuring guest star, <em>Ida Lupino</em>, on the <strong>Chase and Sanborn Hour</strong>. CSH was a variety program with songs and comedy. This episode aired September 5, 1937. </p><p>Hosted by Don Ameche and also featuring Dorothy Lamour, Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy, and Nelson Eddy.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Featuring guest star, <em>Ida Lupino</em>, on the <strong>Chase and Sanborn Hour</strong>. CSH was a variety program with songs and comedy. This episode aired September 5, 1937. </p><p>Hosted by Don Ameche and also featuring Dorothy Lamour, Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy, and Nelson Eddy.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0a3725f8-b0fc-4119-9ed6-05addcc6a47d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/a1fc1bfc-b8d2-44af-88d7-28541aa1e359/A7TAL5qnHqGQy7S-yWxSzSfJ.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/a86b931f-999d-45e8-b043-f3fc056dffac/varietyAFRS-C-S-1937-09-05-018-Guest-20Ida-20Lupino.mp3" length="29648480" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:01:46</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>9</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Featuring guest star, Ida Lupino, on the Chase and Sanborn Hour. CSH was a variety program with songs and comedy. This episode aired September 5, 1937.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>GI Journal | Bing Crosby, Lena Horne, Mel Blanc &amp; Henny Youngman, 1944</title><itunes:title>GI Journal | Bing Crosby, Lena Horne, Mel Blanc &amp; Henny Youngman, 1944</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This weeks program is <strong>GI Journal</strong> starring Bing Crosby, Lena Horne, violinist comedian Henny Youngman, and Mel Blanc. GI Journal was "run by G.I.s for G.I.s." This episode aired June 16, 1944.</p><p>The Armed Forces Radio Network (Armed Forces Radio Service) was founded, May 26, 1942. During WWII the first transmission to U.S. troops began July 4, 1943, transmitted on BBC radio. </p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This weeks program is <strong>GI Journal</strong> starring Bing Crosby, Lena Horne, violinist comedian Henny Youngman, and Mel Blanc. GI Journal was "run by G.I.s for G.I.s." This episode aired June 16, 1944.</p><p>The Armed Forces Radio Network (Armed Forces Radio Service) was founded, May 26, 1942. During WWII the first transmission to U.S. troops began July 4, 1943, transmitted on BBC radio. </p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d5d3a038-d179-48f7-b89b-079e19ce4c78</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/4b7b10ec-33fd-4911-a973-49ad95b1c62d/varietyAFRS-GI-20Journal-20-201944-06-16-20-048-20Bing-20Crosby.mp3" length="15139026" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>8</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>This weeks program is GI Journal starring Bing Crosby, Lena Horne and Mel Blanc. GI Journal was &quot;run by G.I.s for G.I.s.&quot; This episode aired June 16, 1944.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>GI Jive | Duke Ellington, Tommy Dorsey, Al Donahue (1943) | 2 episodes</title><itunes:title>GI Jive | Duke Ellington, Tommy Dorsey, Al Donahue (1943) | 2 episodes</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>GI Jive</strong>&nbsp;was a 15-minute radio program broadcast to and by the&nbsp;Armed Forces Radio Service&nbsp;(AFRS) for military entertainment during World War II. Its initial frequency of five days per week later increased to six days per week. The disc jockey&nbsp;played popular songs of the day, often by request from the soldiers.</p><p>These episodes are hosted by Martha Wilkerson (aka "GI Jill"). Martha dramatically boosted solder morale while loved and viewed as a voice from home by homesick soldiers.</p><p>(Prog 1 date unknown) <strong>Duke Ellington</strong>: Hop, Skip, Jump; Ray Noble's Orchestra: Sweet Potato Piper; Harry James with Helen Forest, vocal: I Had the Craziest Dream; <strong>Tommy Dorsey</strong>: Blue Skies</p><p>(Prog 2. 1943) <strong>Al Donahue &amp; His Orchestra</strong>: Yes, Indeed; Ted Lewis: Coming Out Party; Dinah Shore: It's De-Lovely; Sister Rosetta Tharpe: That's All; Woody Herman: Blue Flame</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>GI Jive</strong>&nbsp;was a 15-minute radio program broadcast to and by the&nbsp;Armed Forces Radio Service&nbsp;(AFRS) for military entertainment during World War II. Its initial frequency of five days per week later increased to six days per week. The disc jockey&nbsp;played popular songs of the day, often by request from the soldiers.</p><p>These episodes are hosted by Martha Wilkerson (aka "GI Jill"). Martha dramatically boosted solder morale while loved and viewed as a voice from home by homesick soldiers.</p><p>(Prog 1 date unknown) <strong>Duke Ellington</strong>: Hop, Skip, Jump; Ray Noble's Orchestra: Sweet Potato Piper; Harry James with Helen Forest, vocal: I Had the Craziest Dream; <strong>Tommy Dorsey</strong>: Blue Skies</p><p>(Prog 2. 1943) <strong>Al Donahue &amp; His Orchestra</strong>: Yes, Indeed; Ted Lewis: Coming Out Party; Dinah Shore: It's De-Lovely; Sister Rosetta Tharpe: That's All; Woody Herman: Blue Flame</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7441a69a-437b-4631-a23a-77c1845da96d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b2ef6048-c7de-4c66-83e4-df7710456f37/B1M7w9z5iA4qRzF0ovCJ7Ec5.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/d69cccaf-fc40-493d-91ee-031427946973/varietyAFRS-0645-GI-Jive-DukeEllington-0646-Al-20Donahue-Yes-20.mp3" length="15044567" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>7</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Sealtest Variety Theater (Dorothy Lamour) | Bob Hope, Robert Young; 1948</title><itunes:title>Sealtest Variety Theater (Dorothy Lamour) | Bob Hope, Robert Young; 1948</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Sealtest Variety Theater</strong> (aka The Dorothy Lamour Show) aired from 1946 to 1949 on Thursday evenings. This episode features her longtime friend <em>Bob Hope</em>, with whom she starred in a string of popular movies (along with Bing Crosby) known as, "The Road to..." movies because they the titled always started with 'The Road to' (ex. The Road to Bali). <em>Robert Young</em> also guest stars in this episode.</p><p>This episode aired Thursday, October 14, 1948.</p><p>Starring:&nbsp;Carlton KaDell,&nbsp;Frank Morgan,&nbsp;Ronald Colman,&nbsp;Howard Harris,&nbsp;Louis Vittes,&nbsp;Glenhall Taylor,&nbsp;Jean Holloway,&nbsp;Henry Russell</p><p><strong>NOTE:</strong> The first few minutes of audio has some irregularities, but it clears up.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Sealtest Variety Theater</strong> (aka The Dorothy Lamour Show) aired from 1946 to 1949 on Thursday evenings. This episode features her longtime friend <em>Bob Hope</em>, with whom she starred in a string of popular movies (along with Bing Crosby) known as, "The Road to..." movies because they the titled always started with 'The Road to' (ex. The Road to Bali). <em>Robert Young</em> also guest stars in this episode.</p><p>This episode aired Thursday, October 14, 1948.</p><p>Starring:&nbsp;Carlton KaDell,&nbsp;Frank Morgan,&nbsp;Ronald Colman,&nbsp;Howard Harris,&nbsp;Louis Vittes,&nbsp;Glenhall Taylor,&nbsp;Jean Holloway,&nbsp;Henry Russell</p><p><strong>NOTE:</strong> The first few minutes of audio has some irregularities, but it clears up.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">59c516d7-6393-4f8d-b661-4205434be9d3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/609ef7c5-038a-4eb9-8750-ea16bbc1b0f6/zaPHPZGkiPu7QWtG1BX6KACz.jpeg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/474d9619-e314-44b4-a36d-0680e68bb430/varietyAFRS-sealtestDL-1948-10-14-005-Bob-Hope-Robert-Young.mp3" length="14942585" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>6</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Sealtest Variety Theater (aka The Dorothy Lamour Show), this episode features her longtime friend Bob Hope, and Robert Young.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Comedy Caravan w/ Jimmy Durante, Garry Moore &amp; Marion Hutton, 1945</title><itunes:title>Comedy Caravan w/ Jimmy Durante, Garry Moore &amp; Marion Hutton, 1945</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Re-brodcast on the Armed Forces Radio Service (AFRS), this is <strong>Comedy Caravan </strong><em>with Jimmy Durante and Garry Moore</em>, with guest Marion Hutton. This episode aired Friday, April 6, 1945.</p><p>Sponsored by Rexall Drug Products (originally a U.S. pharmacy/drug store).</p><p>Cast: Howard Petrie (announcer); Jimmy Durante, singer Georgia Gibbs, Garry Moore, and with music by the Roy Bargy Orchestra.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Re-brodcast on the Armed Forces Radio Service (AFRS), this is <strong>Comedy Caravan </strong><em>with Jimmy Durante and Garry Moore</em>, with guest Marion Hutton. This episode aired Friday, April 6, 1945.</p><p>Sponsored by Rexall Drug Products (originally a U.S. pharmacy/drug store).</p><p>Cast: Howard Petrie (announcer); Jimmy Durante, singer Georgia Gibbs, Garry Moore, and with music by the Roy Bargy Orchestra.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2dd4868e-9115-4c2e-aec5-efa6212cc87f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/66191893-9a32-4855-8356-102b85eb509a/varietyAFRS-04-06-1945-93-comedy-caravan.mp3" length="15615917" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>32:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Re-brodcast on the Armed Forces Radio Service (AFRS), this is Comedy Caravan with Jimmy Durante and Garry Moore, with guest Marion Hutton. This episode aired Friday, April 6, 1945.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>AFRS | Bob Hope w/ Marilyn Maxwell | Quonset Point Air National Base, 1945</title><itunes:title>AFRS | Bob Hope w/ Marilyn Maxwell | Quonset Point Air National Base, 1945</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><em>Armed Forces Radio Service </em>(AFRS) re-broadcast of <strong>Bob Hope</strong>. The program originates from the Quonset Point Air National Base in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. </p><p>The cast sings, "The Life of Jerry Colonna." The AFRS music fill is a band remote from 'The Ice Terrace Room' in New Jersey by Louis Prima and His Orchestra with vocals by Lily Ann Carol. The is believed to have aired January 23, 1945.</p><p>Features: Barbara Jo Allen, Lily Ann Carol, Frances Langford, Marilyn Maxwell, and Louis Prima and His Orchestra.</p><p>NOTE: Marilyn Maxwell had extra-marital affairs with both Frank Sinatra and Bob Hope, while all participants were married to others. Unfortunately, she died young at age 50 from a heart attack.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>Armed Forces Radio Service </em>(AFRS) re-broadcast of <strong>Bob Hope</strong>. The program originates from the Quonset Point Air National Base in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. </p><p>The cast sings, "The Life of Jerry Colonna." The AFRS music fill is a band remote from 'The Ice Terrace Room' in New Jersey by Louis Prima and His Orchestra with vocals by Lily Ann Carol. The is believed to have aired January 23, 1945.</p><p>Features: Barbara Jo Allen, Lily Ann Carol, Frances Langford, Marilyn Maxwell, and Louis Prima and His Orchestra.</p><p>NOTE: Marilyn Maxwell had extra-marital affairs with both Frank Sinatra and Bob Hope, while all participants were married to others. Unfortunately, she died young at age 50 from a heart attack.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a2f1b08b-8de0-4d04-be70-543f903bb35a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jun 2022 23:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/050dfdac-9787-4efd-9052-a594715a3f06/varietyAFRS-91-Bob-Hope-Guest-Marilyn-Maxwell-Naval-Base-Quonse.mp3" length="15524802" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>32:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>4</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Chase &amp; Sanborn Hour | W.C. Fields Final Appearance, 1937</title><itunes:title>Chase &amp; Sanborn Hour | W.C. Fields Final Appearance, 1937</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>The Chase &amp; Sanborn Hour</strong>, sponsored by Chase and Sanborn Coffee. This program aired on NBC Radio, mostly Sundays from 1929 to 1948. This episode is features <strong>W.C. Fields'</strong> last appearance as a regular cast member, it aired August 29, 1937.</p><p>The first tune is, "<em>Feeling Like A Million</em>." Charlie and "Gazola" have opened a lemonade stand. The cast does, "<em>The Bad Man</em>," a play about a ranch on the Mexican border. W. C. Fields tells about his brothers and sisters (unfortunately a few seconds were have been deleted).</p><p>Starring: Don Ameche, Edgar Bergen and&nbsp;Charlie McCarthy, Nelson Eddy, W C. Fields, Carlton KaDell, Dorothy Lamour, Robert Armbruster and His Orchestra</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>The Chase &amp; Sanborn Hour</strong>, sponsored by Chase and Sanborn Coffee. This program aired on NBC Radio, mostly Sundays from 1929 to 1948. This episode is features <strong>W.C. Fields'</strong> last appearance as a regular cast member, it aired August 29, 1937.</p><p>The first tune is, "<em>Feeling Like A Million</em>." Charlie and "Gazola" have opened a lemonade stand. The cast does, "<em>The Bad Man</em>," a play about a ranch on the Mexican border. W. C. Fields tells about his brothers and sisters (unfortunately a few seconds were have been deleted).</p><p>Starring: Don Ameche, Edgar Bergen and&nbsp;Charlie McCarthy, Nelson Eddy, W C. Fields, Carlton KaDell, Dorothy Lamour, Robert Armbruster and His Orchestra</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9fb2abdb-e4aa-418b-ae55-d364da16560c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/7784bc56-efce-4528-8af3-819d070b4663/O7lqS8rD8TYXB9qdxUSNFNjS.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/b9df9231-7b0e-4882-8aaa-05537fc36289/varietyAFRS-1937-08-29-017-Final-Appearance-Of-WC-Fields.mp3" length="29642210" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:01:45</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>3</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>The Chase &amp; Sanborn Hour, sponsored by Chase and Sanborn Coffee. This program aired on NBC Radio, mostly Sundays from 1929 to 1948. This episode is features W.C. Fields&apos; last appearance as a regular cast member, it aired August 29, 1937</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Command Performance - Eddie Cantor, Dinah Shore, Merle Oberon; 1942</title><itunes:title>Command Performance - Eddie Cantor, Dinah Shore, Merle Oberon; 1942</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to this second podcast post, featuring <strong>Command Performance</strong> and their first episode starring and hosted by <em>Eddie Cantor</em>. This episode aired March 8, 1942.</p><p>Command Performance aired from 1942 to 1949, on the&nbsp;Armed Forces Radio Network&nbsp;(AFRS) and transmitted by shortwave to the&nbsp;troops&nbsp;overseas — with few exceptions, it was not broadcast over domestic U.S. radio stations.</p><p>The episode starts with <strong>Beatrice "Bea" Wain</strong> singing "<em>Chattanooga Choo Choo.</em>" The program also features clips from the <strong>Joe Louis</strong> vs. Buddy Baer fight from January 9, 1941. Louis knocked out Baer in the first round and joined the U.S. Army the next day. Also starring: <strong>Danny Kaye</strong>, <strong>Dinah Shore</strong>, and actress <strong>Merle Oberon</strong>.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to this second podcast post, featuring <strong>Command Performance</strong> and their first episode starring and hosted by <em>Eddie Cantor</em>. This episode aired March 8, 1942.</p><p>Command Performance aired from 1942 to 1949, on the&nbsp;Armed Forces Radio Network&nbsp;(AFRS) and transmitted by shortwave to the&nbsp;troops&nbsp;overseas — with few exceptions, it was not broadcast over domestic U.S. radio stations.</p><p>The episode starts with <strong>Beatrice "Bea" Wain</strong> singing "<em>Chattanooga Choo Choo.</em>" The program also features clips from the <strong>Joe Louis</strong> vs. Buddy Baer fight from January 9, 1941. Louis knocked out Baer in the first round and joined the U.S. Army the next day. Also starring: <strong>Danny Kaye</strong>, <strong>Dinah Shore</strong>, and actress <strong>Merle Oberon</strong>.</p><p>My other podcast channels include: <strong>MYSTERY x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong>.</p><p>You can subscribe to my channels to receive new post notifications, it's 100% free to join. If inclined, please leave a positive rating or review on your podcast service. Instagram @duane.otr</p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><p>#armedforcesradio #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #bobhope #armyradio #militaryradio #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #sciencefiction #dorothylamour #duaneotr</p><p>::</p><p>::     :</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">050e25fd-b2c8-4474-8939-104e3dda04f7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/4415f463-da01-4bcc-860c-b242c902a8ca/varietyAFRS-ComPer-1942-03-01-ep001-Eddie-Cantor.mp3" length="15860215" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>33:02</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>2</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Welcome to this second podcast post, featuring Command Performance and their first episode starring and hosted by Eddie Cantor. This episode aired March 8, 1942.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item><item><title>Bandwagon | Chico Marx Orchestra, 1942</title><itunes:title>Bandwagon | Chico Marx Orchestra, 1942</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the first post of my new channel. We start with episode 8 (in the podcast I mistakingly said it was ep #1), <strong>Chico Marx Orchestra</strong>, from <em>Bandwagon</em>. Originally aired on the NBC Blue network and rebroadcast on AFRS. A very young Mel Torme at 17 years old is featured and introduced as, "Mel Tornay." This episode aired December 20, 1942.</p><p>AFRS (Armed Forces Radio Service) / AFN (Armed Forces Network) was founded May 1942.</p><p>You may enjoy my other podcast: <strong>MURDER x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong></p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the first post of my new channel. We start with episode 8 (in the podcast I mistakingly said it was ep #1), <strong>Chico Marx Orchestra</strong>, from <em>Bandwagon</em>. Originally aired on the NBC Blue network and rebroadcast on AFRS. A very young Mel Torme at 17 years old is featured and introduced as, "Mel Tornay." This episode aired December 20, 1942.</p><p>AFRS (Armed Forces Radio Service) / AFN (Armed Forces Network) was founded May 1942.</p><p>You may enjoy my other podcast: <strong>MURDER x SUSPENSE</strong> -- <strong>THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLES</strong> -- <strong>COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA</strong> -- <strong>SCI FI x HORROR</strong> -- <strong>DRAMA X THEATER</strong></p><p>Thank you for your support.</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://otr.duane.media]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f7de0b7e-b18b-4f24-9a43-4fa52c596318</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c9c36ace-bdb6-4af7-8b92-42289e274ff3/5Wb5SF4lolwvi3IPDVjs4uvq.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[otr.duane.media]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/podcasts.captivate.fm/media/78e52fa6-9be3-4dfa-a2ec-e8135473a419/varietyAFRS-bandwagon-8-chico-marx-1942-12-20.mp3" length="15298895" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:52</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:summary>Welcome to the first post of my new channel. We start with episode 8 from Bandwagon. Originally aired on the NBC Blue network and rebroadcast on AFRS. A very young Mel Torme at 17 years old is featured and introduced as, &quot;Mel Tornay.&quot; This episode aired December 20, 1942.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>otr.duane.media</itunes:author></item></channel></rss>