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This Day in Jack Benny

John Henderson
Jack Benny
World War II
Mother's Day
Bing Crosby
The Horn Blows At Midnight
Victory In Europe Day
J. Edgar Hoover
United Nations
Winston Churchill
Germany
Bob Hope
Hollywood
San Francisco Conference
Dionne Quintuplets
Cinderella
William Powell
Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Mary Livingstone
Jello
Rita Hayworth

The Jack Benny Show AKA The Jello Program AKA The Lucky Strike Program aired from the 1930's right through to the 1950's. Each week your host, John Henderson, brings an episode from that week 60-80 years ago. It's old, yet still as funny as ever. "The Jack Benny program, starring Jack Benny with Mary Livingstone, Phil Harris, Rochester, Dennis Day, and yours truly Don Wilson"

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Latest Episodes

January 8, 1948 - Jack Benny is the guest in Maxwell House Coffee Time with George Burns and Gracie Allen. Jack Benny wants to be appreciated for his violin playing and George Burns wants to be appreciated for his singing voice. Gracie recommends the... more

December 31, 1950 - The old time 1950 gives advice to baby 1951 in this New Year's Eve Fantasy skit.

References include the Korean War, radio show "Life Can Be Beautiful", the movie "Harriet Craig", TV host Faye Emerson, singers Frank Sinatra and A... more

December 24, 1944 - Jack Benny has some trouble while trying to decorate his Christmas tree in this Christmas Eve episode. Plus Jack gives a heartfelt Christmas speech to those fighting in the war.

References include the poem "Twas the Night Before... more

December 18, 1944 - Jack Benny is the guest on Frank Sinatra's radio show "Frank Sinatra in Person".

References include Fibber McGee, Bing Crosby and Fred Allen, plus war bonds and Vigero plant food.

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Recent Guests

Tony Curtis
American actor known for his roles in classic films, including 'Some Like It Hot'.
Universal International Pictures
Episode: All American (Tony Curtis)
George Burns
Famous comedian and star of stage and screen
Episode: George Burns Goes to College (BONUS)
Trudy Wood
Guest singer featured in the episode
Episode: Without Jack Benny
Larry Stevens
The singing star of The Lucky Strike Program.
The Lucky Strike Program
Episode: How Jack Found Mary
Giselle Mackenzie
Prominent singer and guest on the Lucky Strike Hit Parade
Episode: Date with Giselle MacKenzie
Eddie Cantor
Comedian and host of his own radio show
Self
Episode: Hollywood Canteen (Eddie Cantor)
Douglas Fairbanks Jr.
A prominent film star and son of Douglas Fairbanks Sr., known for his work in early cinema and later talkies
Independent Actor
Episode: Douglas Fairbanks Jr (90-Foot Putt)
Alexis Smith
Actress known for her roles in classic films.
Warner Brothers
Episode: Alexis Smith (Shoo Shoo Baby)
Johnnie Ray
A popular singer of the era known for his emotive performances
Episode: Television Director (Ralph Levy)

Host

John Henderson
Host of This Day in Jack Benny; dedicated to sharing classic episodes with historical context and insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 464 ratings
  • Fun and entertaining!

    Thanks for reintroducing these entertainers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elaine in Baltimore
    United States2 months ago
  • I love this

    Thank you for curating these shows. The comedy is evergreen and I am glad they are here in this medium. Your historical contexts as preludes to each show are brilliant. What a great idea.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt the lute player
    United States2 months ago
  • Pure joy

    These radio shows are so great to listen to on the way home from a long day at work. They never fail to make me laugh. Having the commentary in the beginning help me appreciate the jokes more. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HelenEleniSLP
    United States2 months ago
  • I love this!

    This is so joyful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ConnieL123!
    United States7 months ago
  • Great!

    Continue to enjoy this podcast. Long time Jack Benny fan, I’ve listened to many shows but I really enjoy the introduction providing tidbits of facts including items mentioned in the broadcast (news of the day, people mentioned, etc) that helps out things in context.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RJO.jr
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Reviews frequently praise the timeless humor and the way it is preserved through careful curation and quality audio.
The podcast is popular among fans of classic radio and is seen as a valuable resource for both entertainment and learning about American cultural history.
Listeners appreciate the effort to explain historical references, which makes the show accessible to a new generation without prior knowledge of the material.
Listeners commend the host's informative introductions that provide context while engaging with the original broadcast, enhancing enjoyment.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How Jack Found Mary
Q: How did you find Mary Livingstone?
Jack recounts an amusing and charming story about how he first met Mary Livingstone while shopping at the May Company.
We The People (Jack and Mary's Anniversary) BONUS
Q: What did you give Jack for your anniversary?
A convertible toupee.
We The People (Jack and Mary's Anniversary) BONUS
Q: Tell us about your honeymoon. Where did you go?
It was wonderful. I could hardly wait to leave there for New York to tell Jack about the place.
We The People (Jack and Mary's Anniversary) BONUS
Q: How did you two meet each other?
We met in a bookstore buying the same book.

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Day in Jack Benny

What is This Day in Jack Benny about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The episodes explore the classic humor and cultural significance of the Jack Benny Show, bringing nostalgic comedy to modern audiences. Each episode features a lively mix of skits, memorable characters, and witty banter, bringing to life the comedic brilliance of Jack Benny and his cast, including Mary Livingstone, Phil Harris, and Rochester. Additionally, there is a strong focus on historical context, with informative intros that provide insight into the era's events and the show's influence on American entertainment.

What sets this show apart is the host's dedication to providing rich background information before each episode, enhancing listeners' appreciation of the material. The combination of timeless humor and historical anecdotes m... more

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2. George Burns
3. Trudy Wood
4. Larry Stevens
5. Giselle Mackenzie
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7. Douglas Fairbanks Jr.
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