Classic Radio 05-28-25 - History of the Benny Cast, Tickets to South Pacific, and Dad is asleep

A Funny Wednesday

First a look at the events of the day

Then Jack Benny, originally broadcast May 28, 1950, 75 years ago, Last Show of the Season. A reporter asks Jack about how he met all his cast members. The origin story of Superman, it ain’t. 

Followed by The Phil Harris-Alice Faye Show, originally broadcast May 28, 1950, 75 years ago, Tickets to South Pacific. Phil tries to get an extra two tickets to, "South Pacific."

Then Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast May 28, 1946, 79 years ago, Flowers For The Anniversary.  It's the McGees' wedding anniversary, but Fibber seems to have completely forgotten. 

Followed by The Adventures of Archie Andrews starring Bob Hastings, originally broadcast May 28, 1949, 76 years ago, Don’t Wake Up Father.  Archie is "financially embarrassed" and tries not wake Mr. Andrews, who's taking a nap.

Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast May 28, 1942, 83 years ago, Abner is Frightened.  The Adventures Of Erma Ermatrude continues. Abner disappears!

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