The Big Band and Swing Podcast

Features vintage recordings by Jimmy Dorsey, Count Basie and Ziggy Elman.  Ronnaldo also plays a fantastic song by The Charioteers called "A Slip Of The Lip Can Sink A Ship". Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Glenn Miller, Vaughn Monroe and The Andrews Sisters.  Ronnaldo revisits the purpose of this podcast and what new listeners can expect to hear. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #382 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Woody Herman's Orchestra and Guy Lombardo and His Royal Canadians. (E040) * The musical performances and recordings featured in this podcast are in the Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Stan Kenton, Tommy Dorsey and The Modernaires.  Ronnaldo also plays a Soundie by Will Bradley and His Orchestra. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Jack Teagarden, Fletcher Henderson and Boyd Raeburn.  We also listen to some old Public Service Announcements about the importance of voting. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Artie Shaw, Kay Starr and George Hall.  Ronnaldo celebrates Halloween so be prepared to be frightened beyond belief. (Not really.  But you can expect some great music.)      Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Harry James, Jimmie Lunceford and Jan Savitt.  We also listen to some outrageous ad spots by Camel Cigarettes from the late 1930's. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #775 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Buddy Rich and Ella Fitzgerald. (E039) * The musical performances and recordings featured in this podcast are in the Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Tex Beneke, The King Sisters and Sammy Kaye.  Ronnaldo celebrates Swing City Radio's Fifth Anniversary.  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Raymond Scott, Gene Krupa and Louis Prima.  Ronnaldo plays tracks with strange, colorful titles.  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Gene Krupa, Glenn Miller and Ray McKinley.  Ronnaldo plays a Soundie by Johnny Long and we also learn that Grandfather always loved Mac and Cheese.  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Artie Shaw, Les Brown and Glen Gray.  Ronnaldo plays another Soundie by The Dinning Sisters.  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Charlie Barnet, The King Sisters and Shorty Sherock.  We also listen to a Soundie featuring Claude Thornhill and His Orchestra.  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #335 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Judy Garland backed by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra. The flip side includes songs by vocalist Dick Haymes. (E038) * The musical performances and recordings featured in this podcast are in the Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Freddy Martin, Fletcher Henderson and Bunny Berigan.  We also learn more about the magic behind Boxer Ben.  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Vaughn Monroe, Bing Crosby and Art Mooney.  We also listen to a Soundie by Charlie Spivak.  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Sammy Kaye, Ralph Flannigan and The Modernaires.  This show has a little of everything, even laxatives are discussed.  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole.  We also learn a little about a Skin Beauty Treatment from the 1930s.  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #126 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by vocalist Lena Horne. (E037) * The musical performances and recordings featured in this podcast are in the Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Glenn Miller, Harry James and Cab Calloway.  Ronnaldo also discusses "the jitters". Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Erskine Hawkins, Erskine Butterfield and Jesse Stone.  We also listen to a Soundie by Wingy Manone. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Peggy Lee, Cab Calloway and Louis Jordan.  We also listen to an old ad from Avalon Cigarettes. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Glenn Miller, Stan Kenton and Boyd Raeburn.  We also listen to a Soundie by Les Brown and learn which chewing gum makes your breath "kissing sweet". Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #391 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage music by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra and Jimmy Dorsey and His Orchestra. (E036) * The musical performances and recordings featured in this podcast are in the Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Tommy Dorsey, Woody Herman and Abe Lyman.  We also hear a Soundie by Mabel Lee and Ronnaldo reads some listener mail. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Gene Krupa, Vincent Lopez and George Paxton.  We also listen to a Soundie by Noble Sissle and learn the benefits of Fitch Shaving Cream. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Wilbert Baranco and His Rhythm Bombardiers, The Tune Twisters and Buddy Weed.  We also hear an old ad spot from Dentyne Gum. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Les Brown, Cab Calloway and Vaughn Monroe .  We also learn how shyness can be crippling for both children and adults. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #439 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Count Basie and His Orchestra along with The Light Crust Dough Boys. (E035) * The musical performances and recordings featured in this podcast are in the Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Tony Pastor, Johnny Long and Les Elgart.  We also learn about the show "Let's Go To Town". Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Raymond Scott, The Dinning Sisters and Billy May.  We learn a little bit about the show Dance Time U.S.A. and Ronnaldo reads some listener mail. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this Memorial Day Special Ronnaldo features vintage music by Cpl Buddy Clark, Maj Glenn Miller and Tech Sgt Sy Oliver and many more. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Les Brown, Mildred Bailey and Gene Krupa.  Ronnaldo reads some listener mail. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Harry James, Ralph Flanagan and Andy Kirk.  We also listen to select clips from a short film released in 1952 called "What You Should Know About Biological Warfare". Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #114 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Freddy Martin and His Orchestra. (E034) * The musical performances and recordings featured in this podcast are in the Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Skinnay Ennis, The Crew Chiefs and Louis Prima.  We also listen to a couple of Camel Cigarette Radio Ads and Ronnaldo reads some listener mail. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Nan Wynn, Art Mooney and Art Kassel.  We also listen to a Soundie by Connie Haines and a Public Service Announcement by Groucho Marx. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Benny Goodman, Lionel Hampton and Will Osborne.  We also listen to select clips from an Educational Film released in 1950 called "Why Budget?".  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Mal Hallett, George Olsen and The Boswell Sisters.  We also listen to a Soundie by Larry Clinton and Ronnaldo answers Listener Mail. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #843 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Harry James, Les Brown and Duke Ellington. (E033) * The musical performances and recordings featured in this podcast are in the Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Jan Savitt, Sister Rosetta Tharpe and Artie Shaw.  We listen to clips from a 1951 Educational Film called "Answering The Child's Why" and we also hear a Soundie by The Four Ginger Snaps. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Tommy Dorsey, Duke Ellington and Red Norvo.  We also learn a little about Oscar DuMont's Orchestra and Ronnaldo answers Listener Mail. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Woody Herman, Raymond Scott and Freddy Martin.  Ronnaldo also talks a little bit about an old show called "Call For Music". Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Glenn Miller, Charlie Spivak and Jimmie Lunceford.  We also learn a little about "The Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy Show" and listen to some musical performances from that series. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #103 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by The John Kirby Quintet. (E032) * The musical performances and recordings featured in this podcast are in the Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by Marion Hutton, Cab Calloway and Duke Ellington.  Ronnaldo answers listener mail and also talks a little bit about Dale Evans. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by The Crew Chiefs, Freddie Slack and Stan Kenton.  We also listen to a Soundie by vocalist Vera Barton and a PSA about Tire Rationing. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage music by The Andrews Sisters, Vaughn Monroe and Harry James.  Ronnaldo also talks a little bit about Alvino Rey. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Erskine Butterfield, Benny Goodman and Sammy Kaye.  We also celebrate the Podcast's 200th Weekly Episode. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The musical performances and recordings featured in this podcast are in the Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Jan Garber, Ray McKinley, Woody Herman and more.  We also listen to a catchy little jingle from Falstaff Beer. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Johnny Long, Artie Shaw and Glenn Miller.  Ronnaldo also plays a Snader Telescription by The Dinning Sisters. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Glen Gray, Alvino Rey, Ray Anthony and more.  Ronnaldo is battling the flu and also plays a Ted Heath track for a listener. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Benny Carter, Ziggy Elman and Hal McIntyre.  We also listen to a PSA about Gas and Sugar Rationing. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Jimmie Lunceford, The Pied Pipers, Sam Donahue and more.  Ronnaldo also plays a Soundie by The Four Ginger Snaps. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #733 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Raymond Scott's Orchestra and Dick Style an His Orchestra. (E031) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Boyd Raeburn, Will Bradley, The King Sisters and many more.  We also learn how to treat those annoying Cold Sores and Fever Blisters. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Buddy Rich, Johnny Long, Andy Kirk and The Andrews Sisters.  We also listen to a Soundie by Cab Calloway and learn about changes with the newsletter.  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Listen to some of Ronnaldo's favorite songs he played this year!  This special show features vintage Big Band recordings by The Andrews Sisters, Alvino Rey, Raymond Scott and many more. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Dinah Shore, Woody Herman, Harry James and more.  So take a seat in that big comfortable chair and have a listen. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #295 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Charlie Spivak and His Orchestra and Glen Gray and The Casa Loma Orchestra.  We also listen to a Christmas song to get us ready for the holidays. (E030) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Boyd Raeburn, Vaughn Monroe and Lucky Millinder.  We also listen to a Soundie by Gene Krupa. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Glenn Miller, Freddy Martin, Frank Sinatra and more.  We also learn about an old radio show called The Refreshment Club. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #583 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by the Woody Herman Orchestra and Sam Donahue with the Navy Dance Band.  (E029) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to Everyone!  This special show features vintage Big Band Christmas recordings by Jimmy Dorsey, Johnny Mercer, Henry Hall, Horace Heidt and many more. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Glenn Miller, Harry James, Artie Shaw and more.  We also listen to an old radio spot from Double Dandrine Shampoo. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Jerry Gray, Jan Savitt and Fletcher Henderson.  We also learn a little bit about vocalist Russ Columbo and listen to an old radio ad from Pall Mall Cigarettes. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #588 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by The V-Disc Jumpers and Muggsy Spanier and his V-Disc Dixielanders (E028) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Hal McIntyre, Benny Goodman, The DeMarco Sisters and more.  We also listen to some tracks from a show called "Voice Of The Army".  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Kid Ory, Skeets Tolbert and Marion Hutton.  We also learn a little bit about a show called Orson Welles Radio Almanac. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #342 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Charlie Barnet's Orchestra and Gene Krupa and His New Orchestra. (E027) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Vaughn Monroe, Boyd Raeburn, Connie Haines and more.  We also hear a catchy little jingle from Hires Rootbeer.  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Benny Goodman, Jack Teagarden and Harry James.  We also enjoy the power and beauty of Stomps. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #723 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Duke Ellington and His Orchestra and The Kid Ory Band. (E026) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Gene Krupa, Erskine Butterfield and Don Redman.  We also listen to a Soundie by Charlie Spivak from 1942. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by George Paxton, George Hall, Martha Tilton and more.  We also listen to a couple of radio spots from Chevrolet.  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #526 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by The Mills Brothers, Mitchell Ayers and His Orchestra and a classic by The Andrews Sisters. (E025) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Dinah Shore, Peggy Lee, Artie Shaw and Kay Starr.  We also learn what food product satisfies husky appetites. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Artie Shaw, Horace Heidt, The Starlighters and more.  We also learn a little bit about Carl Fischer and His Orchestra and how to clean small articles around your house.  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #493 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Woody Herman's Orchestra and Harry James and His Orchestra. (E024) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Count Basie, Larry Clinton and Jimmy Dorsey.  We also listen to a great Soundie by Kay Kyser and learn about self cleaning soap. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Sammy Kaye, Tommy Dorsey, The Andrews Sisters and more.  We also listen to a couple of tunes by The Chico Marx Orchestra. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #509 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by the Ray Noble Orchestra and Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra (E023) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Lionel Hampton, Jerry Wald and Cootie Williams.  We also listen to select clips from a 1950 educational film called "Buying Food". Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Kitty Kallen, Ella Fitzgerald, Harry James and more.  We also learn a little bit about Rebel Randall, Jukebox USA and listen to another Soundie by Miss Gloria Parker.  Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #491 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Erkine Hawkins and His Orchestra and Louis Armstrong with The V-Disc All-Stars. (E022) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Sammy Kaye, Lucky Millinder and Guy Lombardo.  We also learn a little bit about water safety from an educational film about the topic released in 1953. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Gene Krupa, Harry James, Woody Herman and more.  We also listen to some audio reminders from Camay - "Remember Why Your Husband Married You". Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #519 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by the Benny Goodman Sextet and Woody Herman and His Orchestra (E021) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Bunny Berigan, The King Sisters and Muggsy Spanier.  We also learn a little bit about small town doctors from an educational film called "The Doctor". Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features recordings by Jimmy Dorsey, Gene Krupa, Doris Day and more.  We also learn how many times a day you should drink Dr. Pepper. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Charlie Spivak, Andy Kirk, Johnny Mercer and The Starlighters.  Pack your bags and don't forget your headphones. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #539 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Will Bradley, The Six Texas Hot Dogs and Jess Stacy and His Orchestra. (E020) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features recordings by Ray Anthony, Stan Kenton, Tex Beneke and more.  We learn a little bit about the show "Here's To Veterans". Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Alvino Rey, Duke Ellington, Teddy Powell and Tiny Bradshaw.  We also learn what it takes to have the cleanest shirts in town. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #522 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Capt. Glenn Miller and The AAF Band and Sam Donahue and The Navy Band. (E019) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features recordings by Artie Shaw, Jan Savitt, Jimmie Grier and Red Norvo.  We also listen to some classic spots featuring Pepsi Cola. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Bing Crosby, Kay Kyser and The King Sisters.  We listen to some great music featured on the old radio show "G.I. Journal" and learn a little about Una Mae Carlisle. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #853 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Count Basie, Les Brown, Nellie Lutcher and Kay Starr. (E018) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Elliot Lawrence, Dick Haymes and Ralph Flanagan.  We also learn about Irium, the mysterious ingredient in Pepsodent Toothpaste. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.