Jack Benny - Single Episodes - 1949-1950

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The Jack Benny Program aired from May 2, 1932, until June 22, 1958, and is celebrated as one of the quintessential American radio comedy shows. Over the years, it evolved from its vaudeville roots, featuring Jack Benny as a vain, miserly character who engaged in humorous banter with his cast, including the beloved Mary Livingstone, played by his wife.

This collection features episodes from the 1949-1950 season, showcasing the show's unique blend of comedy and music. With a talented ensemble cast and memorable characters, the program remains a treasure of wholesome family entertainment. Enjoy the timeless humor that has delighted audiences for decades.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.

Chapters

Stop the bus!	29:30
Edward, My Son	29:30
Falling Star	29:30
Jack takes inventory of his pantry and has amnesia	29:30
Jack's memory is lost and found - $50,000 yacht - still has amnesia	29:30
Recovering from a cold	29:30
Jack is out of the hospital following nose surgery	29:30
Don's 25 Years in Radio	29:30
Jack rides in a yacht	29:30
Last Week's Mistakes - Jack Visits Ronald Colman on a Movie Set	30:03
Jack sees a dentist - Is Ed Wynn a better comedian	29:30
A Quiet Evening at Home Playing Cards	29:30
Nightclubbing in Paris	29:30
Guest Frank Leahy - Texas benefit	29:30
Mary buys Jack a pencil sharpener for Christmas	29:29
Rochester is shocked by an electric alarm clock	29:21
Jack's broken New Years date - again	29:30
Don treats us to Drear Pooson	29:30
How Jack and Fred Allen Met	29:30
Jack reads I Was Betrayed	29:30
Jack prepares to go to New York by train for a Heart Fund benefit	29:30
The Heart Fund	30:00
Allen's Alley with old cast	29:59
Jack returns to L.A. on the train	29:30
The Whistler	30:00
Buck Benny Rides Again	30:00
Sagebrush Soap Contest	29:59
The Champion	29:59
Guest Bob Hope - broadcast from Palm Springs	29:59
Guest Al Jolson - broadcast from Palm Springs	29:59
Jack gives 50 cents to a bum	32:16
Jack gets the house painted	29:59
The Beavers do the show	30:00
Easter show	30:00
Jack buys a new suit for his publicity tour	30:00
Mother's Day gags	29:59
Jack gets a haircut to look his best for the sponsor	30:00
Last show of the season	30:00