Jack Benny VS Christmas Shopping – OTR – Old Time Radio

From the ANDROMEDA RADIO BRIGADE’s retro radio vault: Enjoy some laughs this season with three classic Holiday-themed episodes from the legendary radio series: The Jack Benny Program! Year/Synopsis: 1948: Jack and Mary going shopping to find Don a wallet for Christmas. Then, they run into Phil, who’s shopping for the band. Next, the local scout group shop for Jack’s gift. Finally, Rochester shops for Jack. 1949: First, Jack and Mary wait in line for the local department store to open. Then, Dennis shops for a present for his mother. Next, Mary, Rochester, and Don shop for presents for Jack. Finally, Jack looks for a present for his sister. 1954: Mel, the long tormented clerk that waits on Jack every year at Christmas, has a bad dream. Then, Dennis looks again for a gift for his mother. Next, Jack runs into the popular recurring character ‘the Tipster’, who advises him on a purchase. Finally, Jack drives Mel’s wife up the wall. Special Guest: Mel Blanc Please note that these episodes are presented in their entirety, including any original commercials. The Andromeda Radio Brigade does not endorse any products mentioned. Starring: Jack Benny – An ex- vaudevillian, Jack’s the penny-pinching leader of the troupe. Mary Livingstone – A sassy counterpoint to Jack, they have an ‘on and off’ relationship. Eddie Anderson – The famed comedian plays Jack’s long-suffering valet, Rochester. Dennis Day – The youthful and dim-witted singing star of the show. Phil Harris - Jack’s hard-drinking, egotistical, band-leader with a heart of gold. Don Wilson – The patient, rotund, and belittled announcer of the show. Presented by the ANDROMEDA RADIO BRIGADE: “Theatre at the speed of sound.”