As radio shows grew in popularity during the early 1940's, there was a clamor for more information about the media format. It was out of this thirst for knowledge that Behind the Mike was born. This old time radio program was first aired on September 15, 1940, comprised of 83 episodes until the series' end on April 19, 1942. The format and content of the shows were relatively simple and geared toward providing informative news about the listener's favorite actors, actresses and old radio shows among others. Aside from that, it was also a means to educate the audience about the begind the scenes goings-on in the industry. Graham McNamee hosted the series during its entire run. He found a way to connect with his audience by taking on live callers and answering their questions on air. Behind the Mike is one old time radio collection that certified audiophiles will definitely appreciate. Gather snippets of information and old time radio trivia while you listen. Click here to read more about Behind The Mike
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Please enjoy these 31 old time radio episodes:
Air Date | Title | Synopsis | Rating |
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10.27.1940 | stoogedom |
+Blue Network. A visit from a "female stooge," Minerva Pious. She tells about the many character vo... | |
10.20.1940 | behind the mike (06) radio sneezing |
+Blue Network. Hildegarde Halliday describes how she's an excpert sneezer on the air. John J. Antho... | |
10.13.1940 | sundown on the veldt |
+Blue Network. Joseph Marais, host of, "Sundown On The Veldt," tells the story of a native Zulu he ... | |
10.06.1940 | versatile acting |
+Blue Network. An interview with Charlie Cantor, dialect radio actor, who speaks in several accents... | |
09.29.1940 | behind the mike (03) baby's cries |
+Blue Network. Radio babies: how (18-year-old) Janice Gilbert imitates infants. Don Cordray, the ho... | |
09.22.1940 | behind the mike (02) warming up a studio audience |
+Blue Network. Warming up a studio audience: Harry Von Zell tells how it's done. Sidney Anthony (of... |
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