A recollection of old NBC radio broadcasts hosted by Ed Herlihy. 
Excerpts include a reading by Tallulah Bankhead who hosted NBC radio's weekly variety series, "The Big Show," George M. Cohan sings "Over There," from 1937, the bugler who sounded the ceasefire on November 11th, 1918, ending World War 1. Also featuring Milton Cross, Kate Smith, Madame Ernestine Schumann-Heink, and Frank Murray.                                   

The nuclear treaty to be signed, big power talks, the Soviet-China feud continues on nuclear bombs, incidents on North and South Korea truce lines, Dr. Stephen Ward convicted in the John Profumo sex-scandal case, has died, he leaves a suicide note, In South Vietnam, Madame Nhu of South Vietnam accuses Buddhists, the US fears religious strife might affect the war against the Viet Cong, the Kennedys await the birth of their new baby.           

An angry President Kennedy accuses George Wallace of civil rights violations, state troopers bar negroes at schools in Alabama, hundreds of students riot against the South Vietnam Government, a report from South Vietnam, Reds step up fighting,
Madame Nhu leaves Saigon for a tour, Chinese Reds attack Khrushchev, Lyndon Johnson is tiring in a tour of Norway, an interview with Senator Barry Goldwater, he comments on coming presidential prospects, a comment by Eric Sevareid on Goldwater and the Republicans.                                                  

Leftist students riot at House Un-American Activities Committee investigation into their unauthorized Cuban trip, President Kennedy comments on the support of the war in South Vietnam, Madame Nhu attacks the US, U-Thant says the Vietnam situation is getting worse, Senator Frank Church urges the Diem regime to mend its ways, President Kennedy comments on desegregation in Southern schools, a report from Birmingham-boycotting white students in protest, the Soviet-Chinese dispute continues even on trains crossing their borders, The Kennedys celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary, an interview with songwriter Irving Berlin.                         

President Kennedy signs the nuclear test ban treaty, the UN wants to send an observer to Saigon, Madame Nhu's comments irritate US officials, may reduce aid to the country, Cuba attacks the US at the UN, Adlai Stevenson in reply.                        

November 20, 1947-September 5, 1965 (primetime NBC); September 19, 1965-present (non-primetime NBC). Public affairs program which is the longest running series on network television.




Guest is Madame Nhu of South Vietnam who is interviewed by host Ned Brooks.

This show is complete.

 

The moderator is Ned Brooks. 

                                                                                   

Peter Marshall is roasted by host Dean Martin and a panel of celebrities including Red Buttons, Foster Brooks, Rip Taylor, Orson Welles, Zsa Zsa Gabor, Vincent Price, Karen Valentine, Paul Lynde, Jimmie Walker, Jack Carter, Jackie Gayle, Rose Marie, Joey Bishop and Wayland and Madame. 


Dupe Of # 2128.            

October 17th, 1966- June 20th, 1980 (Daytime)
January 12th, 1968- September 13th, 1968 (Prime Time)
November 1st, 1971- September 1981.(Syndicated)

One of the longest-running daytime game shows on NBC television.

Host: Peter Marshall                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

The 10th Annual Entertainer of the Year Awards, hosted by George Burns. Starring: David Copperfield, Wayland Flowers & Madame Mitzi Gaynor, Gilda Radner, Kenny Rogers, Doc Severinsen, Red Skelton, Suzanne Somers, Donna Summer, Rip Taylor, Gino Vannelli, The Village People, Dottie West, and Robin Williams.

1980-1988 (SYNDICATED). A syndicated "countdown" show. The format had the week's top ten tunes either performed by their original artists or interpreted by the Solid Gold Dancers. Dionne Warwick hosted the series during the first season, joined each week by a celebrity guest host. Andy Gibb & Marilyn McCoo hosted for the 1981-1982 season. Also regularly appearing are Wayland Flowers and Madame for comedy relief. 

Hosts: Andy Gibb & Marilyn McCoo. Robert W. Morgan, announcer. 
NOTE: Joined in Prgress. Occasional minor variations in sound quality playback                         

1980-1988 (SYNDICATED). A syndicated "countdown" show. The format had the week's top ten tunes either performed by their original artists or interpreted by the Solid Gold Dancers. Dionne Warwick hosted the series during the first season, joined each week by a celebrity guest host. Andy Gibb & Marilyn McCoo hosted for the 1981-1982 season.

Hosts: Andy Gibb & Marilyn McCoo. Robert W. Morgan, announcer.  Wayland Flowers and Madame join as regulars providing comedy relief.

This broadcast pays tribute to Solid Gold Classic 1973 hits.  
                                       

1980-1988 (SYNDICATED). A syndicated "countdown" show. The format had the week's top ten tunes either performed by their original artists or interpreted by the Solid Gold Dancers. Dionne Warwick hosted the series during the first season, joined each week by a celebrity guest host. Andy Gibb & Marilyn McCoo hosted for the 1981-1982 season.

Hosts: Andy Gibb & Marilyn McCoo.

1980-1988 (SYNDICATED). A syndicated "countdown" show. The format had the week's top ten tunes either performed by their original artists or interpreted by the Solid Gold Dancers. Dionne Warwick hosted the series during the first season, joined each week by a celebrity guest host. Andy Gibb & Marilyn McCoo hosted for the 1981-1982 season.

Hosts: Andy Gibb & Marilyn McCoo.

1980-1988 (SYNDICATED). A syndicated "countdown" show. The format had the week's top ten tunes either performed by their original artists or interpreted by the Solid Gold Dancers. Dionne Warwick hosted the series during the first season, joined each week by a celebrity guest host. Andy Gibb & Marilyn McCoo hosted for the 1981-1982 season.

Hosts: Andy Gibb & Marilyn McCoo. Robert W. Morgan, announcer. Wayland Flowers and Madame join as regulars providing comedy relief. 
NOTE: Joined in Progress. No opening. Occasional minor variations in sound quality playback. 
                          

1980-1988 (SYNDICATED). A syndicated "countdown" show. The format had the week's top ten tunes either performed by their original artists or interpreted by the Solid Gold Dancers. Dionne Warwick hosted the series during the first season, joined each week by a celebrity guest host. Andy Gibb & Marilyn McCoo hosted for the 1981-1982 season.

Hosts: Andy Gibb & Marilyn McCoo.  Robert W. Morgan, announcer.
Wayland Flowers and Madame join the cast for comedy relief. 
NOTE: Some slight audio variations improved when mastering original reel to reel audio tape.                         

1980-1988 (SYNDICATED). A syndicated "countdown" show. The format had the week's top ten tunes either performed by their original artists or interpreted by the Solid Gold Dancers. Dionne Warwick hosted the series during the first season, joined each week by a celebrity guest host. Andy Gibb & Marilyn McCoo hosted for the 1981-1982 season.

Hosts: Andy Gibb & Marilyn McCoo. Wayland Flowers and Madame are regulars providing comedy relief. Announcer is Robert W. Morgan.                        

1980-1988 (SYNDICATED). A syndicated "countdown" show. The format had the week's top ten tunes either performed by their original artists or interpreted by the Solid Gold Dancers. Dionne Warwick hosted the series during the first season, joined each week by a celebrity guest host. Andy Gibb & Marilyn McCoo hosted for the 1981-1982 season.

Hosts: Marilyn McCoo & Lou Rawls. Wayland Flowers and Madame provide comedic relief. Announcer is Robert W. Morgan.  
NOTE: Joined in progress. Occasional minor variations in sound quality.