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ASWT 48-04-03 _087_ Year Of The Terrible

&#34;All Star Western Theatre&#34; was a popular vintage radio show from the mid-1940s, known for its unique blend of adventure, musical variety, drama, and comedy set in the American West.Here&#39;s a breakdown of its key aspects:<ul><li>Broadcast Period: The show premiered in June 1946 on the CBS Pacific Network, originating from KNX in Hollywood, and enjoyed two years of popularity. In 1948, it moved to KHJ and the Mutual Radio Network.</li><li>Format: &#34;All Star Western Theatre&#34; wasn&#39;t just a drama; it incorporated various elements:</li><li>High-stakes adventures: Gripping narratives set in the Wild West, featuring characters embodying the frontier spirit.</li><li>Comic skits: Humorous segments that lightened the mood.</li><li>American Western-style music: A significant part of the show, featuring Western Swing, which was very popular in the 1940s. Each episode showcased musical performances by groups like Foy Willing and the Riders of the Purple Sage.</li><li>Key Personnel:Host: Cottonseed Clark (real name Clark Fulks) was the writer, director, and emcee.</li><li>Music: Foy Willing and the Riders of the Purple Sage were the primary musical act, providing interludes and arrangements. Later, the show also featured the music of Ken Darby and the King&#39;s Men.</li><li>Writer/Director: Paul Pierce was a prominent writer and director for the show.</li><li>Announcers: Cottonseed Clark and Terry O&#39;Sullivan.</li><li>Guest Stars: Being based in Hollywood, the show often featured movie cowboys as guest stars, including Johnny Mack Brown, Tim Holt, &#34;Wild Bill&#34; Elliott, Tex Ritter, Eddie Dean, Jimmy Wakely, Ken Curtis, and Dale Evans. It also occasionally expanded its format to include comedians like Smiley Burnette and Jerry Colonna, and radio stars such as Edgar Bergen with his dummies Charlie McCarthy and Mortimer Snerd.</li><li>Sponsorship: When aired for the West Coast, &#34;All Star Western Theatre&#34; was sponsored by Weber&#39;s Bread.</li><li>Legacy: The show is remembered for its variety and creativity, combining drama, comedy, and music to transport listeners to the American West.</li></ul> Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio <a href="https://link.radioking.com/otradio" rel="nofollow">https://link.radioking.com/otradio</a>Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio <a href="https://www.myclassicradio.net/" rel="nofollow">https://www.myclassicradio.net/</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/entertainment_radio" rel="nofollow">Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon</a> Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio

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"All Star Western Theatre" was a popular vintage radio show from the mid-1940s, known for its unique blend of adventure, musical variety, drama, and comedy set in the American West. Here's a breakdown of its key aspects:Broadcast Period: The show premiered in June 1946 on the CBS Pacific Network, originating from KNX in Hollywood, and enjoyed two years of popularity. In 1948, it moved to KHJ and the Mutual Radio Network.Format: "All Star Western Theatre" wasn't just a drama; it incorporated various elements:High-stakes adventures: Gripping narratives set in the Wild West, featuring characters embodying the frontier spirit.Comic skits: Humorous segments that lightened the mood.American Western-style music: A significant part of the show, featuring Western Swing, which was very popular in the 1940s. Each episode showcased musical performances by groups like Foy Willing and the Riders of the Purple Sage.Key Personnel:Host: Cottonseed Clark (real name Clark Fulks) was the writer, director, and emcee.Music: Foy Willing and the Riders of the Purple Sage were the primary musical act, providing interludes and arrangements. Later, the show also featured the music of Ken Darby and the King's Men.Writer/Director: Paul Pierce was a prominent writer and director for the show.Announcers: Cottonseed Clark and Terry O'Sullivan.Guest Stars: Being based in Hollywood, the show often featured movie cowboys as guest stars, including Johnny Mack Brown, Tim Holt, "Wild Bill" Elliott, Tex Ritter, Eddie Dean, Jimmy Wakely, Ken Curtis, and Dale Evans. It also occasionally expanded its format to include comedians like Smiley Burnette and Jerry Colonna, and radio stars such as Edgar Bergen with his dummies Charlie McCarthy and Mortimer Snerd.Sponsorship: When aired for the West Coast, "All Star Western Theatre" was sponsored by Weber's Bread.Legacy: The show is remembered for its variety and creativity, combining drama, comedy, and music to transport listeners to the American West. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio

"All Star Western Theatre" was a popular vintage radio show from the mid-1940s, known for its unique blend of adventure, musical variety, drama, and comedy set in the American West.Here's a breakdown of its key aspects:<ul><li>Broadcast Period: The show premiered in June 1946 on the CBS Pacific Network, originating from KNX in Hollywood, and enjoyed two years of popularity. In 1948, it moved to KHJ and the Mutual Radio Network.</li><li>Format: "All Star Western Theatre" wasn't just a drama; it incorporated various elements:</li><li>High-stakes adventures: Gripping narratives set in the Wild West, featuring characters embodying the frontier spirit.</li><li>Comic skits: Humorous segments that lightened the mood.</li><li>American Western-style music: A significant part of the show, featuring Western Swing, which was very popular in the 1940s. Each episode showcased musical performances by groups like Foy Willing and the Riders of the Purple Sage.</li><li>Key Personnel:Host: Cottonseed Clark (real name Clark Fulks) was the writer, director, and emcee.</li><li>Music: Foy Willing and the Riders of the Purple Sage were the primary musical act, providing interludes and arrangements. Later, the show also featured the music of Ken Darby and the King's Men.</li><li>Writer/Director: Paul Pierce was a prominent writer and director for the show.</li><li>Announcers: Cottonseed Clark and Terry O'Sullivan.</li><li>Guest Stars: Being based in Hollywood, the show often featured movie cowboys as guest stars, including Johnny Mack Brown, Tim Holt, "Wild Bill" Elliott, Tex Ritter, Eddie Dean, Jimmy Wakely, Ken Curtis, and Dale Evans. It also occasionally expanded its format to include comedians like Smiley Burnette and Jerry Colonna, and radio stars such as Edgar Bergen with his dummies Charlie McCarthy and Mortimer Snerd.</li><li>Sponsorship: When aired for the West Coast, "All Star Western Theatre" was sponsored by Weber's Bread.</li><li>Legacy: The show is remembered for its variety and creativity, combining drama, comedy, and music to transport listeners to the American West.</li></ul> Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio&nbsp;<a href="https://link.radioking.com/otradio" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://link.radioking.com/otradio</a>Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio <a href="https://www.myclassicradio.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.myclassicradio.net/</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/entertainment_radio" rel="noopener noreferrer">Entertainment Radio&nbsp;| Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon</a> Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio

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