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Drama Desk

Character, craft, and living-room stage plays.

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Mama Loves Papa

A simple chap becomes Parks Commissioner, and then his trouble begins! A story featuring Fibber McGee and Molly.

Ep 258 · Monday, April 8, 1940 · 62:13

The Lone Ranger

The Boastful Bandit

The Lone Ranger and Tonto confront the boastful outlaw Pedro Jiménez, who has been robbing towns with his gang and bragging about his exploits. The stakes rise as they attempt to stop Jiménez and restore order to the region.

Ep 2620 · Wednesday, November 2, 1949 · 29:25

Suspense

Backseat Driver

A couple's night out takes a terrifying turn when a killer hijacks their car. As they navigate the dark streets, their lives hang in the balance.

Ep 326 · Thursday, February 3, 1949 · 30:03

Bright Star

George's Old Girlfriend, Betty Lou, Comes for a Visit

Betty Lou visits George, believing he is the editor of the newspaper, which leads to humorous complications when her husband Beauregard unexpectedly arrives. A local gangster adds to the chaos as George tries to maintain the ruse.

Ep 51 · Thursday, October 8, 1953 · 27:32

Our Miss Brooks

Mr Boynton's Parents

A Mother's Day program. Miss Brooks has been named "Mother Away From Mother." The script was subsequently used on "Our Miss Brooks" on February 14, 1950 (see cat. #62477).

Ep 40 · Sunday, May 8, 1949 · 29:29

The Mel Blanc Show

Society Party

Mel Blank is determined to crash a high-society party after being snubbed by his girlfriend's father, who deems him unworthy. He devises a plan to impress the elite guests and prove his worth.

Ep 33 · Tuesday, April 15, 1947 · 24:53

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Remembered Anniversary

It's anniversary time; McGee gives Molly a chrome-plated gold brooch.

Ep 1092 · Wednesday, February 9, 1955 · 14:19

Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber at the Beauty Parlor

Fibber at the beauty parlor.

Ep 1274 · Monday, October 24, 1955 · 14:22

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Ole's Brother from Sweden

As a tribute to Ole Swenson, the janitor at the Elk's Club, Fibber and Molly invite his brother from Sweden to visit him in Wistful Vista.

Ep 733 · Tuesday, May 12, 1953 · 28:50

Fibber McGee and Molly

Bon Ton Soup

It's "Dollar Day" in downtown Wistful Vista.

Ep 1011 · Monday, October 18, 1954 · 14:23

Fibber McGee and Molly

Charity Fund Ideas

Fibber comes up with a few ideas for the Wistful Vista Ladies Club charity fundraiser.

Ep 1259 · Monday, October 3, 1955 · 14:13

Fibber McGee and Molly

Molly's Book End (Rebroadcast of 09-08-54)

Molly has purchased a valuable antique. It's a pair of bookends that Fibber has sold as junk. This program was previously broadcast on September 8, 1954 (see cat. #91570).

Ep 1263 · Friday, October 7, 1955 · 14:21

Fibber McGee and Molly

At Aunt Sarah's

A day at wealthy Aunt Sarah's. The closet is heard.

Ep 606 · Tuesday, January 3, 1950 · 29:41

Fibber McGee and Molly

Thanksgiving Dinner - Out

Fibber and Molly are going have Thanksgiving dinner out this year.

Ep 1297 · Thursday, November 24, 1955 · 14:30

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FMM 1955-05-22 (1166) Running Walt's Malt Shop.mp3

Fibber McGee and Molly, Episode 1164

Running Walt's Malt Shop

Sunday, May 22, 1955 · 14:32

Fibber McGee and Molly, Episode 1164

Running Walt's Malt Shop

Sunday, May 22, 1955 · 14:32

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Fibber continues to run Walt's Malt Shop. Folks from the carnival eat a lot.

Fifties Fade

When TV took the living room (1950 and after).

24 episodes

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Broadway Is My Beat

The Blanche Dermit Murder Case

Detective Danny Clover investigates a sniper targeting women in New York City, leading to the tragic murder of Blanche Dermit. As he delves deeper, he uncovers the complexities of the shooter’s motives and the impact on the victims.

Ep 142 · Saturday, December 6, 1952 · 27:53

Let George Do It

How Guilty Can You Get

George Valentine investigates the suspicious death of a millionaire who feared for his life, only to find that the man's doctor is also dead shortly after. The stakes rise as George uncovers a web of deceit and potential murder.

Ep 232 · Monday, February 19, 1951 · 29:59

Fibber McGee and Molly

Budget Day (Not Rerun)

Fibber's been spending too much and a budget is called for.

Ep 1347 · Friday, February 3, 1956 · 3:37

Fibber McGee and Molly

A Gift for Doc Gamble

Fibber buys a present for Doc Gamble, it's a briefcase, and it costs $22.50.

Ep 1309 · Monday, December 12, 1955 · 14:33

That night in history

Headlines

  • 1955 — First ascent of Mount Kangchenjunga: On the British Kangchenjunga expedition led by Charles Evans, Joe Brown and George Band reach the summit of the third-highest mountain in the world (8,586 meters); Norman Hardie and Tony Streather join them the following day.
  • 1955 — In the United States, a night-time F5 tornado strikes the small city of Udall, Kansas as part of a larger outbreak across the Great Plains, killing 80 and injuring 273. It is the deadliest tornado ever to occur in the state and the 23rd deadliest in the U.S.

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  1. Fibber McGee and MollyRunning Walt's Malt ShopCurrently listeningEpisode 1164
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