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Classic Radio 03-21-25 - Fibber's Haircut, Cafe Turkistan, and the Mean Old Man

Author
Wyatt Cox
Published
Fri 21 Mar 2025
Episode Link
https://www.spreaker.com/episode/classic-radio-03-21-25-fibber-s-haircut-cafe-turkistan-and-the-mean-old-man--64850595

A Funny Friday

First a look at the events of the day

Then Fibber McGee and Company, originally broadcast March 21, 1939, 86 years ago, The Spring Haircut.   ZaSu Pitts appears as a scalp specialist's nurse. Fibber starts going bald and tries an old Indian tonic. 

Followed by The Martin and Lewis Show,  originally broadcast March 21, 1952, 73 years ago with guest Marlene Dietrich.  Dean interviews a tree surgeon (Jerry).  Dean, Jerry, and Marlene do a satire of Café Istanbul called Café Turkistan. 

Then Jack Benny, originally broadcast March 21, 1954,  71 years ago, The Mean Old Man.   Who is "The Mean Old Man?" Tune in and find out.

Followed by The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, originally broadcast March 21, 1952, 73 years ago, The Ego Builder.  Harriet has been chosen an alternate for a P.T.A. meeting. Ozzie thinks that Harriet lacks confidence. 

Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast March 21, 1949, 76 years ago, Mice Move In.  Claudia wants a glass of milk, and a kiss. 

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