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Classic Comedy of Old Time Radio

Ronald Ecklebarger
Duffy's Tavern
Maxwell House
Father Knows Best
Jack Benny
Jello
Jack Benny Show
Comedy
The Aldrich Family
Family Dynamics
Christmas
Mary Livingston
Pabst Blue Ribbon
Hollywood
Thanksgiving
The Life Of Riley
Jell-O
Phil Harris
Springfield
Fred Allen
Chester A. Riley

A podcast featuring old time radio comedy shows in original broadcast order with commentary.Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/classic-comedy-of-old-time-radio--5818299/support.

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When Sydney Greenstreet visits Duffy’s Tavern, Archie gets him to help con a con man.

Originally aired on December 15, 1944. This is episode 150 of Duffy's Tavern.

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Jello again. Jack and the gang are trying to get back in the swing of things after a 2-month summer vacation, but this time they get visits from three different people.

Episode 266 of The Jack Benny Show. The program originally aired on on October 1... more

When all the men in Springfield find out that there are some incredible prizes for winning the races at the Father’s Day Picnic, they go all out to get physically fit.

Originally aired on June 14, 1951. This is episode 85 of Father Knows Best.

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Archie is at it again! This time he tries to get Duffy’s guest, Larry Adler, a great harmonica player, to join the musical act at Duffy’s.

Originally aired on December 1, 1944. This is episode 148 of Duffy's Tavern.

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Recent Guests

Larry Adler
harmonica virtuoso guest
Episode: Duffy's Tavern - "Guest: Larry Adler"
Abe Lyman
Band leader, invited guest on the program
Abe Lyman Orchestra
Episode: The Jack Benny Show - "Guest: Abe Lyman"
Harold Peary
Actor portraying The Great Gildersleeve on the show
The Great Gildersleeve (character) / Duffy's Tavern
Episode: Duffy's Tavern - "Guest: Harold Peary"
Johnny Green
Composer and conductor introduced as a guest, performs violin arrangement
Johnny Green and Company (as guest)
Episode: The Jack Benny Show - "Last Show of the Season"
Robert Benchley
Guest comedian and actor, the featured speaker at the party tonight
Unknown (as guest on show)
Episode: Duffy's Tavern - "Guest: Robert Benchley"
Jack Benny
Comedian and radio show host
Episode: The Jack Benny Show - "Jack's Movie"
Gene Tierney
Beloved film star guest on the episode
Episode: Duffy's Tavern - "Guest: Gene Tierney"
Marlene Dietrich
Hollywood actress appearing on set in a cameo
Hollywood
Episode: The Jack Benny Show - "Mary's Movie"
Gary Cooper
Leading actor appearing on set
Hollywood
Episode: The Jack Benny Show - "Mary's Movie"

Host

Ron Echelbarger
Host of Classic Comedy of Old Time Radio

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 206 ratings
  • Difficult to listen to

    Ads are inserted mid-sentence and are very loud, multiple times each show. Ruins the listening experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    FrankTampa
    United States8 months ago
  • Great, clean entertainment

    I’m in my 40’s but I love classic TV/movies, & music. I came across this podcast while searching for content about Esther Williams, and listened to the Bob Hope episode featuring her. I was hooked! I walk every morning or evening and always listen to BH. It’s wonderful to find more content that won’t pollute my mind with vulgar & inappropriate language/images. Thank you so much, Ron, for all of your hard work to keep these shows available to us. I also enjoy the little biographical snippets abou... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TCMShannon
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this

    I love these comedy shows. Especially Life of Riley, My Favorite Husband and The Aldrich family. It helps bring my mind to a place where the world was still sane. Im in my early 40s and these shows truly help get my thoughts out of the doldrums of our world today. Thank you so much

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jedixie
    United States2 years ago
  • Found this pod looking for Bob Hope content. So glad I found this. Im 31 and used to watch the Road To series with my grandfather. So I absolutely love these shows!! Keep it going brother!

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    Skribbal
    3 years ago
  • Solid Entertainment

    Really appreciate and enjoy Ron’s hard work on the show…his dedication shows through! Note — I don’t know Ron and only found the show looking for old Bob Hope shows. Thanks Ron!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mega Dittos
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

There's a strong appreciation for the historical context provided in commentary, helping listeners connect more deeply with the content.
The podcast has been praised for its dedication to preserving classic radio shows and making them accessible to new audiences.
Some complaints have been made about intrusive ads, affecting the listening experience, though many still find the program enjoyable overall.
Listeners appreciate the nostalgic value of the classic comedies, highlighting them as a great source of clean and wholesome entertainment.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Duffy's Tavern - "Guest: Robert Benchley"
Q: Mr. Benchley, for a man as old as you are, how do you manage to keep so young?
Well, it's very simple. I lie about my age.
Father Knows Best - "Family Car Stolen"
Q: What happened to my shaving cream?
Bud mentioned he had a time getting the shaving cream due to the store not being open and issues finding the right size.
Father Knows Best - "Income Tax"
Q: How long are you going to be in Springfield, Charlie?
Just a few days, Jim.
The Life of Riley: "Riley Wins a Hudson Guessing the Number of Beans in a Jar"
Q: Does it not help to read the rules of the contest?
Yes, it helps, but it's a standard rule that relatives of employees are not eligible for contests.

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Content primarily revolves around the world of classic radio comedy shows, featuring episodes from a variety of beloved series such as 'Duffy's Tavern', 'Father Knows Best', and 'The Jack Benny Show'. Each episode is presented in its original broadcast order, accompanied by insightful commentary that provides context and enhances the listener's experience of the humor and cultural relevance of these vintage programs. Unique to this podcast is its dedication to preserving the charm of old-time radio while making it accessible to a modern audience, ensuring that the humor remains timeless and appreciated by both nostalgia-seekers and new listeners alike.

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Classic Comedy of Old Time Radio launched 8 years ago and published 897 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Classic Comedy of Old Time Radio include:

1. Larry Adler
2. Abe Lyman
3. Harold Peary
4. Johnny Green
5. Robert Benchley
6. Jack Benny
7. Gene Tierney
8. Marlene Dietrich

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