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Listen along, singin' a song under a western moon. From Hollywood comes your all-star Western Theater, showing America's great western singers, Four Willing and the Rioters of the Purple Sea. Our guest today is that famous cowboy comedian, Smiley Burnett. This is Cotton Thiem Clark, and here are the Rioters of the Purple Sea. I want to drink my java from an old tin can while the moon goes ridin' high. I want to hear the call of the whipper will, I want to hear that child cry…

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In the lively episode titled Good Acting Done Cheap, the Bar B.B. Ranch is abuzz with anticipation as the famous cowboy comedian Smiley Burnette is set to arrive. The ranchers, Foy, Al, Jimmy, and Birdseed, are excited about the possibility of leasing their property for Smiley's next film. They gather to discuss their strategy, hoping to impress Smiley and secure a deal that could save them from their financial troubles.

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All Star Western Theatre, Episode 14

Good Acting Done Cheap with Smiley Burnette

Sunday, November 10, 1946 · 29:43

All Star Western Theatre, Episode 14

Good Acting Done Cheap with Smiley Burnette

Sunday, November 10, 1946 · 29:43

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Smiley Burnette visits the Bar B.B. Ranch to scout for a filming location, bringing excitement and chaos to the ranchers hoping to make a deal. As they prepare to impress him, unexpected antics ensue.

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