Tarzan of the Apes was a radio show that brought the thrilling adventures of Edgar Rice Burroughs' iconic character Tarzan to American families through a unique pre-recorded format. The show featured Edgar Rice Burroughs' daughter, Joan Burroughs, as Jane and her husband, former movie Tarzan, Jim Pierce, as the Lord of the Jungle. The Tarzan show was distinctive in its use of state-of-the-art recording technology and elaborate sound effects to immerse listeners in the world of jungle noises, including the roaring of lions, the screaming of panthers, and the cries of bull apes. Imagination played a significant role for the audience as the vivid sounds transported them into the heart of Tarzan's adventures.

Tarzan of the Apes first aired on September 10, 1932; it was broadcast in fifteen-minute episodes over two years. Throughout the series' run, four separate productions took place, including Tarzan and the Diamond of Asher (1934) and Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle (1951-1953). The show premiered live at the Fox Pantages Theatre in Hollywood, attracting over 3,000 attendees to the unique event. The Signal Oil Company partly sponsored the show, with promotions and Tarzan puzzles available to customers as they filled their cars with Tarzan-branded gasoline.

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