The Jack Benny Program, starred Jack Benny, was a comedy series than went on-air for more than 30 years in radio and television. It premiered on NBC Blue on May 2, 1932, and had its final episode on CBS radio on May 22, 1955. The show usually opened with a song by the orchestra or comical dialog between Benny and sidekick Don Wilson usually discussing topics of the day. Funny skits revolving around common life problems and issues highlighted each show. This is a “must listen” show which should be added to your list.
The Jack Benny Show – “Buying a New Car.” (1952)
Welcome back folks to the Geezer Gus Presents™ Old Time Comedy Radio Series ! I’m so thrilled you tuned in again. Today’s oldie episode is from the popular radio comedy The Jack Benny Show. The Jack Benny Program starring Jack Benny made it’s debut in 1932 and ran until 1955 and is generally regarded as a high-water mark in 20th-century American comedy. This classic episode first aired in 1952, and is titled “Buying a New Car.” I left in the original show commercials from 1952, to preserve the original show’s…
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