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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.comFibber McGee and Molly brings one of America’s most beloved comedy duos back to the spotlight, delivering warm humor, quick-witted banter, and unforgettable running gags that defined an era of classic radio. Each restored episode captures the charm of Fibber’s tall tales, Molly’s steady wisdom, and the colorful residents of Wistful Vista—from Doc Gamble and Mayor LaTrivia to the hall closet that became a national punchline. With timeless character comedy and lively storytelling, this legendary series remains one of radio’s most iconic and enduring programs.🎧 Fully restored and professionally remastered with enhanced audio.Source: OTRR.org – Certified Public Domain Collection.Restoration and curation by Old Time Retro Radio.🎧 Listen to Fibber McGee and Molly and all our restored s
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Fibber McGee and Molly presents “Identifying the Stranger” (Rebroadcast of 10 20 54), episode 1209, originally broadcast October 20, 1955. This archival recording comes from the long-running radio comedy series Fibber McGee and Molly.In this episode, a stranger’s identity becomes the subject of neighborhood curiosity and comic confusion. The episode’s premise centers on the efforts to sort out just who the unfamiliar visitor might be, without giving away the outcome.Fibber McGee and Molly presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:21 Original Broadcast14:47 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
Fibber McGee and Molly presents “Doc’s New Car,” originally broadcast on NBC on May 5, 1955. This local archival recording is episode number 1155 of the long-running Wistful Vista comedy.When Doc Gamble acquires a new automobile, Fibber and Molly find plenty to discuss in their familiar neighborhood style. Jim and Marian Jordan star as Fibber and Molly, with Arthur Q. Bryan as their perpetually sparring neighbor, Doc Gamble.Fibber McGee and Molly presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:43 Original Broadcast15:11 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
Fibber McGee and Molly presents “Reward for a Noble Deed,” episode 725 of the classic radio comedy, originally broadcast March 17, 1953. This late-era NBC broadcast was sponsored by Reynolds Aluminum.Fibber receives a message from an unfamiliar man offering to reward him for a supposedly noble deed, leaving him to puzzle over the unexpected recognition. Jim Jordan stars as Fibber McGee, with Arthur Q. Bryan, Bill Thompson, and Harlow Wilcox among the featured performers. Marian Jordan was ill, so Molly does not appear in this broadcast.Fibber McGee and Molly presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:55 Original Broadcast30:37 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
Fibber McGee and Molly presents “Fibber’s New Suit,” episode 466, originally broadcast on NBC on February 12, 1946. Jim and Marian Jordan star as Fibber and Molly McGee, with Harlow Wilcox and familiar Wistful Vista residents joining the fun.Molly has had enough of Fibber’s worn-out wardrobe and arranges for the town’s new tailor, Mr. Gusset, to pay a visit. When a new suit proves more complicated than Fibber expects, he sets out to solve the problem in his own enthusiastic fashion—while neighbors including Doc Gamble and the Old Timer keep the McGee household lively.Fibber McGee and Molly presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:55 Original Broadcast29:35 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
Fibber McGee and Molly presents “A Successful Show,” originally broadcast on NBC on June 18, 1954. Episode 925 stars Jim Jordan as Fibber McGee and Marian Jordan as Molly McGee, with John Wald announcing.At the Elks Club hobby show in Wistful Vista, Fibber and Molly join their neighbors for the culmination of the community event. This 15-minute episode brings the hobby-show storyline to the show floor, with Fibber’s enthusiasm sure to keep things lively.Fibber McGee and Molly presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:42 Original Broadcast15:04 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
Fibber McGee and Molly presents “Liars Award,” originally broadcast November 21, 1955. This local archival recording is identified as episode 1231 of the classic NBC Radio Network comedy series, starring Jim Jordan as Fibber and Marian Jordan as Molly.Fibber’s celebrated talent for stretching the truth puts him at the center of a “Liar’s Award” premise, giving the McGees plenty of room for their familiar domestic-comedy banter. This 15-minute late-run episode was written by Phil Leslie and Ralph Goodman and directed by Max Hutto.Fibber McGee and Molly presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:44 Original Broadcast15:16 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
Fibber McGee and Molly presents “Sewing Collar Button On,” originally broadcast November 18, 1955. This local archival recording is episode 1230 of the NBC comedy series’ 15-minute weekday revival.Fibber McGee needs a collar button sewn back onto his shirt, turning a modest household repair into the setup for a compact comedy. Jim and Marian Jordan star as Fibber and Molly; the episode was written by Phil Leslie and directed by Max Hutto.Fibber McGee and Molly presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:36 Original Broadcast15:10 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
Fibber McGee and Molly presents “The Gas War,” episode 1245, originally broadcast December 9, 1955. This 15-minute NBC rebroadcast stars Jim and Marian Jordan as Fibber and Molly McGee.During an autumn drive, Fibber spots a local gasoline price war, with prices posted as low as 27.9 cents a gallon. Naturally, even a routine fill-up becomes an opportunity for Fibber’s determined bargain hunting. Ralph Goodman and Phil Leslie wrote the episode, directed by Max Hutto.Fibber McGee and Molly presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:49 Original Broadcast15:24 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
https://www.oldtimeretroradio.comFibber McGee and Molly brings one of America’s most beloved comedy duos back to the spotlight, delivering warm humor, quick-witted banter, and unforgettable running gags that defined an era of classic radio. Each restored episode captures the charm of Fibber’s tall tales, Molly’s steady wisdom, and the colorful residents of Wistful Vista—from Doc Gamble and Mayor LaTrivia to the hall closet that became a national punchline. With timeless character comedy and lively storytelling, this legendary series remains one of radio’s most iconic and enduring programs.🎧 Fully restored and professionally remastered with enhanced audio.Source: OTRR.org – Certified Public Domain Collection.Restoration and curation by Old Time Retro Radio.🎧 Listen to Fibber McGee and Molly and all our restored s
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