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The Danny Kaye Show was a comedy-variety radio program that featured singing, instrumental music, and various kinds of comedy sketches. The show aimed to entertain both children and adults with its lively and humorous content. Danny Kaye, a talented entertainer and one of the first owners of Seattle's baseball club, the Mariners, led the show. Kaye's career in the entertainment industry took off in 1940 when he appeared in the Broadway smash "Lady in the Dark." His wife, Sylvia Fine, played a crucial role in managing his career and contributed to the writing and production of The Danny Kaye Show.

The show was broadcast on CBS radio network from January 6, 1945, to May 31, 1946. A total of 1800 episodes were aired. The show featured notable cast members such as Eve Arden, Lionel Stander, and Frank Nelson, while Harry James provided music with a 26-piece orchestra. Pabst Blue Ribbon beer served as the main sponsor for the show. Despite its talented cast and high production values, The Danny Kaye Show struggled to find its rhythm and received mediocre ratings. Consequently, the show was eventually discontinued on May 31, 1946. However, Kaye went on to enjoy an illustrious career in the entertainment industry, particularly in the realm of Technicolor musicals.

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