Dec 6
Episode 80: The World War 2 Boffin
📻 Episode 80 – The World War 2 Boffin The title suggests a satirical take on wartime science and the archetype of the eccentric British “boffin” (scientist/engineer). Episodes often mixed topical humor with absurd situations, so this likely poked fun at wartime inventions, secret weapons, or the quirks of scientific minds during WWII. Unfortunately, detailed synopses for individual episodes are scarce, as many recordings weren’t preserved. Some scripts survive in archives, but not all episodes are available publicly. 🔎 Why it matters Episodes like this capture the post-war British humor that balanced nostalgia for WWII with lighthearted parody. The “boffin” character became a cultural staple in Britain, representing both admiration for scientific ingenuity and gentle mockery of eccentric academics. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
Jul 11, 2024
Take It From Here - 28 - Lady Godiva
- "Take It from Here" was a pioneering British radio comedy program that aired from 1948 to 1960. - The show was known for its innovative structure and was one of the first to feature parody of film and book styles. - Created by the legendary duo Frank Muir and Denis Norden, it starred Jimmy Edwards, Dick Bentley, and initially Joy Nichols, who was later replaced by June Whitfield and Alma Cogan. - The program is fondly remembered for introducing "The Glums," a segment that became a staple of British comedy. - The show's influence can be seen in later British comedy programs, both on radio and television. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
Jul 11, 2024
Take It From Here - 27 - No Better Than She Should Be
- "Take It from Here" was a pioneering British radio comedy program that aired from 1948 to 1960. - The show was known for its innovative structure and was one of the first to feature parody of film and book styles. - Created by the legendary duo Frank Muir and Denis Norden, it starred Jimmy Edwards, Dick Bentley, and initially Joy Nichols, who was later replaced by June Whitfield and Alma Cogan. - The program is fondly remembered for introducing "The Glums," a segment that became a staple of British comedy. - The show's influence can be seen in later British comedy programs, both on radio and television. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
Jul 11, 2024
Take It From Here - 26 - Now It Can Be Sold
- "Take It from Here" was a pioneering British radio comedy program that aired from 1948 to 1960. - The show was known for its innovative structure and was one of the first to feature parody of film and book styles. - Created by the legendary duo Frank Muir and Denis Norden, it starred Jimmy Edwards, Dick Bentley, and initially Joy Nichols, who was later replaced by June Whitfield and Alma Cogan. - The program is fondly remembered for introducing "The Glums," a segment that became a staple of British comedy. - The show's influence can be seen in later British comedy programs, both on radio and television. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
Jul 11, 2024
Take It From Here - 25 - Juvenile Deliquency
- "Take It from Here" was a pioneering British radio comedy program that aired from 1948 to 1960. - The show was known for its innovative structure and was one of the first to feature parody of film and book styles. - Created by the legendary duo Frank Muir and Denis Norden, it starred Jimmy Edwards, Dick Bentley, and initially Joy Nichols, who was later replaced by June Whitfield and Alma Cogan. - The program is fondly remembered for introducing "The Glums," a segment that became a staple of British comedy. - The show's influence can be seen in later British comedy programs, both on radio and television. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
Jul 10, 2024
Take It From Here - 24 - Strawberry Fair
- "Take It from Here" was a pioneering British radio comedy program that aired from 1948 to 1960. - The show was known for its innovative structure and was one of the first to feature parody of film and book styles. - Created by the legendary duo Frank Muir and Denis Norden, it starred Jimmy Edwards, Dick Bentley, and initially Joy Nichols, who was later replaced by June Whitfield and Alma Cogan. - The program is fondly remembered for introducing "The Glums," a segment that became a staple of British comedy. - The show's influence can be seen in later British comedy programs, both on radio and television. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
Jul 10, 2024
Take It From Here - 22 - Six Times A Week
- "Take It from Here" was a pioneering British radio comedy program that aired from 1948 to 1960. - The show was known for its innovative structure and was one of the first to feature parody of film and book styles. - Created by the legendary duo Frank Muir and Denis Norden, it starred Jimmy Edwards, Dick Bentley, and initially Joy Nichols, who was later replaced by June Whitfield and Alma Cogan. - The program is fondly remembered for introducing "The Glums," a segment that became a staple of British comedy. - The show's influence can be seen in later British comedy programs, both on radio and television. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
Jul 10, 2024
Take It From Here - 23 - Because You Kissed Me Goodnight
- "Take It from Here" was a pioneering British radio comedy program that aired from 1948 to 1960. - The show was known for its innovative structure and was one of the first to feature parody of film and book styles. - Created by the legendary duo Frank Muir and Denis Norden, it starred Jimmy Edwards, Dick Bentley, and initially Joy Nichols, who was later replaced by June Whitfield and Alma Cogan. - The program is fondly remembered for introducing "The Glums," a segment that became a staple of British comedy. - The show's influence can be seen in later British comedy programs, both on radio and television. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
Jul 10, 2024
Take It From Here - 21 - Policemans Holiday
- "Take It from Here" was a pioneering British radio comedy program that aired from 1948 to 1960. - The show was known for its innovative structure and was one of the first to feature parody of film and book styles. - Created by the legendary duo Frank Muir and Denis Norden, it starred Jimmy Edwards, Dick Bentley, and initially Joy Nichols, who was later replaced by June Whitfield and Alma Cogan. - The program is fondly remembered for introducing "The Glums," a segment that became a staple of British comedy. - The show's influence can be seen in later British comedy programs, both on radio and television. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
Jul 10, 2024
Take It From Here - 20 - My Grandfathers Clock
- "Take It from Here" was a pioneering British radio comedy program that aired from 1948 to 1960. - The show was known for its innovative structure and was one of the first to feature parody of film and book styles. - Created by the legendary duo Frank Muir and Denis Norden, it starred Jimmy Edwards, Dick Bentley, and initially Joy Nichols, who was later replaced by June Whitfield and Alma Cogan. - The program is fondly remembered for introducing "The Glums," a segment that became a staple of British comedy. - The show's influence can be seen in later British comedy programs, both on radio and television. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
Jul 7, 2024
Take It From Here - 19 - Thats My Weakness Now
- "Take It from Here" was a pioneering British radio comedy program that aired from 1948 to 1960. - The show was known for its innovative structure and was one of the first to feature parody of film and book styles. - Created by the legendary duo Frank Muir and Denis Norden, it starred Jimmy Edwards, Dick Bentley, and initially Joy Nichols, who was later replaced by June Whitfield and Alma Cogan. - The program is fondly remembered for introducing "The Glums," a segment that became a staple of British comedy. - The show's influence can be seen in later British comedy programs, both on radio and television. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
Jul 6, 2024
Take It From Here - 19 - Thats My Weakness Now
- "Take It from Here" was a pioneering British radio comedy program that aired from 1948 to 1960. - The show was known for its innovative structure and was one of the first to feature parody of film and book styles. - Created by the legendary duo Frank Muir and Denis Norden, it starred Jimmy Edwards, Dick Bentley, and initially Joy Nichols, who was later replaced by June Whitfield and Alma Cogan. - The program is fondly remembered for introducing "The Glums," a segment that became a staple of British comedy. - The show's influence can be seen in later British comedy programs, both on radio and television. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
Sep 26, 2014
Because you Kissed me goodnight
Sep 26, 2014
Six Times a Week and Twice on Sunday
3/21 February 28 1950 Jim’s slimming campaign Keynotes: Six Times a Week and Twice on Sunday Mirror of the Week: giving ladies the air, unsuccessful candidate, laundress contest, UNO musical Joy: Music, Music, Music (with music by Jim and Dick) My Friend Elizabeth or Lizzie Come Home
Sep 25, 2014
Policemen’s Holiday
3/18 February 7 1950 Babysitting Dunhill’s son Keynotes: Policemen’s Holiday Mirror of the Week: peach shaver, airmen’s mess, ice skating, detective story verse Joy and Dick: Didn’t We Nights at the Pin Table or No Tilting
Sep 25, 2014
Grandfather’s Clock
3/17 January 31 1950 Jim’s conjuring Keynotes: Grandfather’s Clock Mirror of the Week: cheese holesaler, children’s TV announcer auditions, film awards voting, cocktail mixing Joy: My Friend Irma Chilblain’s Hour or From Bed to Nurse
Sep 25, 2014
That’s my Weakness Now
3/4 November 1 1949 The duel Keynotes: That’s my Weakness Now Mirror of the Week: Underground step giver, fireworks, Halloween party Joy: Leprechaun Lullaby Mrs. Vinegar Rides Again or Family Shower
May 28, 2014
Take It From Here - Hopscotch Polka
3/3 October 25 1949 Dick is ill in bed Keynotes: Hopscotch Polka Mirror of the Week: store sucker, U.N. Day, Rank Studios auction, crossword compilers Joy: La Seine Africa Squeaks or Ayesha, That’s my Baby
May 28, 2014
Take It Frome Here - Confidentially
3/2 October 18 1949 Joy’s new flat Keynotes: Confidentially Mirror of the Week: salt pincher, economic terms, Lady Godiva statue, El Alamein reunion Joy: Wedding Day Sixty Seconds Got Together or Till the Clouts Roll By
May 28, 2014
Take It From Here - Kiss Me Sweet
3/1 October 11 1949 Dressing rooms Keynotes: Kiss Me Sweet Mirror of the Week: pickle presser, Think Yourself out of This Joy: My One and Only Highland Fling Strorse in Your Hair or Goodnight Buchanan
May 27, 2014
Take It From Here - Remember Me
Dick’s birthday Keynotes: Remember Me British Industries Fair Joy: The W2/edding of Lili Marlene Another Part of the Forrest or The Corny Green
May 27, 2014
Down By The Station
Guest artist idea Keynotes: Down by the Station Popular Music Joy and Keynotes: Alphabet Song Utility Crepe or All That Glitters is Nat Gould
Apr 5, 2014
Take It From Here S02E18 The Keeper
Joy the girl boxer Keynotes: The Keeper Fashion Joy: The Apple Song The Way to the Czars or Strictly Off the Russian
Apr 5, 2014
Take It From Here S02E17 In The Park In Paris
Jim getting plump Keynotes: In the Park in Paree Bank Holidays Joy and Dick: Hold Me Just a Little Bit Closer Dear Forever Caramba or Siesta Parade
Apr 5, 2014
Take It From Here S02E13 Crazy Rhythm
Joy is missing Keynotes: Crazy Rhythm Recruiting Joy and Keynotes: Sunflower Desert Island Risks or The Navy Blue Lagoon
Apr 5, 2014
Take It From Here S02E06 Taking Miss Mary To The Ball
Insurance policy Keynotes: Takin’ Miss Mary to the Ball Education Joy and Dick: The Five Forty-Five The Scarlet Pimple or Once a Jolly Gag-Man
Apr 5, 2014