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The show aired from 1935 to 1937 on the NBC network, and while specific episode numbers are not provided, it had a consistent weekly schedule during its run. Several famous individuals, such as Judy Garland, Wallace Beery, and Babe Ruth, made guest appearances on the program. Legendary entertainer Al Jolson was known for his success in various mediums, including movies and radio shows, but his time on Shell Chateau marked a peak in his career. The show''s popularity declined after Jolson departed in March 1936, but continued until June 1937 with a rotating cast of hosts.'
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The show aired from 1935 to 1937 on the NBC network, and while specific episode numbers are not provided, it had a consistent weekly schedule during its run. Several famous individuals, such as Judy Garland, Wallace Beery, and Babe Ruth, made guest appearances on the program. Legendary entertainer Al Jolson was known for his success in various mediums, including movies and radio shows, but his time on Shell Chateau marked a peak in his career. The show''s popularity declined after Jolson departed in March 1936, but continued until June 1937 with a rotating cast of hosts.'
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where series_slug='shell-chateau';
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update series set description='The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is an American radio show that aired between 1930 and 1936, based on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle''s Sherlock Holmes stories. Adapted by scriptwriter Edith Meiser, the series starred Richard Gordon as Sherlock Holmes and Leigh Lovell as Dr. Watson for most of its run. Meiser wrote multiple original stories, as well as adapting all but one of the original Holmes stories by Doyle. With a tone and style heavily influenced by the source material, the radio series provided thrilling and chilling episodes of detective mystery, swirling London fogs, and intriguing characters. It captivated audiences with the blend of classic Holmes elements and Meiser''s inventive storytelling.
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update series set description='The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is a detective mystery radio show that aired in the United States between 1930 and 1936, adapting Sir Arthur Conan Doyle''s Sherlock Holmes stories. It returned as The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes from 1939 to 1950, which continued to focus on the legendary detective''s gripping cases. The original series was largely scripted by Edith Meiser, who not only adapted all but one of Doyle''s stories but also crafted several original episodes. Meiser returned to work on The New Adventures until 1943, when she left over a dispute with a sponsor over the amount of violence in the program, returning again to write the seventh season.
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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes was broadcast in multiple networks during its run, with the first four seasons airing on the NBC Blue Network, the fifth season on the Mutual Broadcasting System, and then moving to the NBC Red Network in October 1936. A total of 179 episodes aired throughout its five seasons. Interesting trivia includes the first instant coffee, made by the George Washington Coffee Company, sponsoring the series until its fifth season, when the Household Finance Co. took over as the show''s sponsor. Notable actors involved in the production include William Gillette, Clive Brook, and Louis Hector as Sherlock Holmes, and Agnes Moorehead, Edith Meiser, and Lucille Wall in various roles.'
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Sherlock and Dr. Watson were played by many different actors, initially by Richard Gordon and Leigh Lovell respectively in the original series, then primarily by Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce in The New Adventures. The original series consisted of 179 episodes over five seasons, and The New Adventures had 374 episodes over nine seasons. They both aired on a variety of different networks over the course of their runs.'
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where series_slug='sherlock-holmes';
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update series set description='Soldiers of the Press is a war drama that was created in New York and syndicated by the World Broadcasting System. The series features 15-minute episodes that retell recent news stories from action during World War II. The show is narrated by United Press correspondents, including Walter Cronkite and Harrison Salisbury, and covers a variety of events such as the attack on Pearl Harbor, the Marines hitting the beach at Guadalcanal, and Doolittle''s bombing raid on Tokyo. Veteran New York actors like Lon Clark and Jackson Beck bring vivid action-based narratives to life, highlighting the dedication, bravery, and sacrifice of wartime correspondents and fighting forces.
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update series set description='Soldiers of the Press is a war drama that was created in New York and syndicated by the World Broadcasting System. The series features 15-minute episodes that retell recent news stories from action during World War II. The show is narrated by United Press correspondents, including Walter Cronkite and Harrison Salisbury, and covers a variety of events such as the attack on Pearl Harbor, the Marines hitting the beach at Guadalcanal, and Doolittle''s bombing raid on Tokyo. Veteran New York actors like Lon Clark and Jackson Beck bring vivid action-based narratives to life, highlighting the dedication, bravery, and sacrifice of wartime correspondents and fighting forces.
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The Adventures of Marco Polo was first broadcast in 1938 and continued for several years, with the series airing on major radio networks. Many episodes were produced during its run, but only a limited number of these are still available today for listeners to enjoy. This classic radio program has been celebrated as a successful adaptation of Marco Polo''s incredible journey, and even inspired a 1938 adventure film directed by Archie Mayo, starring Gary Cooper, Sigrid Gurie, and Basil Rathbone. Despite mixed reviews from critics, the radio show left a lasting impression on the audience and became a memorable part of radio history.'
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The Adventures of Marco Polo was first broadcast in 1938 and continued for several years, with the series airing on major radio networks. Many episodes were produced during its run, but only a limited number of these are still available today for listeners to enjoy. This classic radio program has been celebrated as a successful adaptation of Marco Polo''s incredible journey, and even inspired a 1938 adventure film directed by Archie Mayo, starring Gary Cooper, Sigrid Gurie, and Basil Rathbone. Despite mixed reviews from critics, the radio show left a lasting impression on the audience and became a memorable part of radio history.'
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where series_slug='the-adventures-of-marco-polo';
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update series set description='The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet is an American television sitcom that revolves around the real-life Nelson family. The series features the entertainment duo of Ozzie Nelson and his wife, singer Harriet Nelson, along with their sons, David and Ricky. The show''s format focuses on the Nelson family at home, dealing with everyday problems and experiences. As the show progressed and the boys grew up, storylines involving a variety of characters were introduced. The series aimed for realism, with exterior shots of the Nelsons'' actual southern California home being used. The tone and style of the show provided a warm and relatable portrayal of family life, earning it widespread popularity and longevity.
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update series set description='The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet is an American sitcom that starred the real-life Nelson family. The show''s premise revolved around the everyday life of the Nelsons, consisting of the entertainment duo of Ozzie Nelson and his wife, singer Harriet Nelson, and their sons, David and Ricky. The series was known for its focus on family values, humor, and relatability, showcasing the family''s interactions with neighbors, friends, and each other. It aimed to depict a realistic portrayal of an American family while maintaining a light and entertaining tone. Much of the series'' storylines were inspired by the actual lives of the Nelson family, which contributed to the show''s authentic and engaging style.
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The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet originally aired on ABC from October 3, 1952, to April 23, 1966. With a total of 435 episodes produced, the show held the title of longest running live-action sitcom in U.S. television history in terms of seasons until It''s Always Sunny in Philadelphia surpassed it in 2021. The series initially began as a radio show, and during its transition to television, it ran simultaneously on both media formats. A total of 402 radio episodes were produced throughout its run. The show was supported by various sponsors, including International Silver Company, H.J. Heinz Company, and Lambert Pharmacal''s Listerine. Additionally, the Nelsons starred in a feature film titled Here Come the Nelsons, which was released in 1952 and served as a pilot for the television series. Notable actors involved in the production included Don DeFore as the Nelsons'' neighbor "Thorny," Parley Baer as Clarence Darby, and Lyle Talbot as Joe Randolph, among others.'
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The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet began as a radio show in 1944 and transitioned to television in 1952. The TV series aired on ABC from October 3, 1952, to April 23, 1966, making it the longest-running live-action sitcom in U.S. television history at the time, with a total of 435 episodes produced. The radio show aired on various networks, including CBS, NBC, and ABC, with a total of 402 radio episodes recorded. The TV series was later adapted into a feature film titled Here Come the Nelsons in 1952, which starred the Nelson family alongside actor Rock Hudson. Throughout its run, the show''s sponsors included International Silver Company, H.J. Heinz Company, and Lambert Pharmacal''s Listerine. Notable actors and recurring characters in the series included Don DeFore as "Thorny," Parley Baer as Clarence Darby, and Lyle Talbot as Joe Randolph.'
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where series_slug='the-adventures-of-ozzie-and-harriet';
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update series set description='The Adventures of Sam Spade was a radio series centered around the character of Sam Spade, a San Francisco detective created by Dashiell Hammett for his 1930 crime novel, The Maltese Falcon. The show was brought to radio by William Spier, a renowned master of mystery who had previously worked on the highly rated thriller, Suspense. The series portrayed Sam Spade as a hardboiled detective with a deep, cynical voice (played by Howard Duff and later Stephen Dunne), known for his distinctive traits such as riding streetcars, disliking cabs, and enjoying cheap liquor. Spade dictated his cases to his secretary, Effie Perrine (played by Lurene Tuttle), a talkative and lovesick woman. Each episode unfolded chronologically, shifting between Sam and Effie''s interactions and the dramatization of Sam''s dictation.
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update series set description='The Adventures of Sam Spade was a radio series centered around the character of Sam Spade, a San Francisco detective created by Dashiell Hammett for his 1930 crime novel, The Maltese Falcon. The show was brought to radio by William Spier, a renowned master of mystery who had previously worked on the highly rated thriller, Suspense. The series portrayed Sam Spade as a hardboiled detective with a deep, cynical voice (played by Howard Duff and later Stephen Dunne), known for his distinctive traits such as riding streetcars, disliking cabs, and enjoying cheap liquor. Spade dictated his cases to his secretary, Effie Perrine (played by Lurene Tuttle), a talkative and lovesick woman. Each episode unfolded chronologically, shifting between Sam and Effie''s interactions and the dramatization of Sam''s dictation.
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