Tarzan of the Apes was a radio show based on the popular character created by Edgar Rice Burroughs. The show followed the adventures of Tarzan, the Lord of the Jungle, as he navigated the dangerous landscape of the African wilderness. The program was unique in that it was pre-recorded onto phonograph records rather than being broadcast live, which allowed for the incorporation of elaborate sound effects, including various jungle noises, to create a vivid soundscape for listeners. The show, with its engaging storytelling and immersive auditory experience, captivated families across America as they gathered together each night to enjoy the continuing adventures.

The show first premiered on September 10, 1932, and aired in fifteen-minute episodes for two years. It was sponsored in part by the Signal Oil Company, which offered promotional materials like Tarzan puzzles at their gas stations. The program featured appearances by Tarzan creator Edgar Rice Burroughs' daughter, Joan Burroughs, as Jane and her husband, Jim Pierce, who portrayed Tarzan. Additionally, the Tarzan radio show received a live premiere at the Fox Pantages Theatre in Hollywood, with three thousand attendees, including Tarzan actor Johnny Weissmuller. Over the years, there have been multiple productions of Tarzan, which include "Tarzan and the Diamond of Asher," "Tarzan and the Fires of Tohr," and "Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle."

Sources: archive.org