The Big Band and Swing 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 Sharpe 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.

Features vintage recordings by Liz Tilton, Geraldo and Harry James.  We also learn a little bit about a new Big Band compilation CD recently released and Avalon 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 #596 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage music by Ray Noble and Stan Kenton. (E017) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features Big Band music by Bob Crosby, The Pied Piper, The Modernaires and many more. We learn about the great music featured on the old radio show "Club Fifteen". 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 some of the great Service Bands of World War II to honor Memorial Day.  These bands can REALLY swing! 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 #10 of the V-Disc Collection. This V-Disc features two classic recordings by Duke Ellington and His Orchestra. (E016) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by Glenn Miller, Cootie Williams and Gus Arnheim.  We also learn a little bit about a popular book written by Cab Calloway. 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 Big Band music by Les Brown, Anson Weeks, Sammy Kaye and many more. We also listen to a catchy little "jingle" for Lucky Strike. 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 #8 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage music by The Vaughn Monroe Orchestra, The Four Lee Sisters and The Four V's. (E015) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage recordings by The Dorsey Brothers, Martha Tilton and Harry James.   Ronnaldo dusts off the Panoram 2000 to play a Soundie called "The Skunk Song". 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 Dick Jurgens, Dean Hudson, Bea Wain and more. Ronnaldo also plays select audio clips from an educational film called "Keeping Clean and Neat". 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 Larry Clinton, Jan Savitt and Jimmy Dorsey.  We also learn what product makes your "whites so bright, you'll need sunglasses". 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 #7 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features a classic recording of Sing, Sing, Sing by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra. (E014) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features Big Band music by Tommy Dorsey, Harry James, Jimmie Lunceford and many more. Ronnaldo plays tracks from an old radio show called "Sound Off". 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 Bunny Berigan, George Paxton and Will Bradley.  We also listen to select clips from a fire prevention awareness film called "Crimes of Carelessness". 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 #4 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage music by Eddie Cantor, Marion Hutton and Dinah Shore. (E013) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features music by Kay Kyser, Raymond Scott and Charlie Spivak. We also listen to select tracks from an old radio show starring The Andrews Sisters and some PSA's about the U.S. Savings Bond Payroll Plan. 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 Stan Kenton, Peggy Lee and Guy Lombardo.  We also listen to an interesting Dean Hudson track that I'm sure you will enjoy. 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 #188 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Lionel Hampton and His Orchestra. (E012) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features Big Band music by Art Mooney, Artie Shaw, Les Brown and Bobby Sherwood. We also learn about life "BD" and "AD" according to DUZ. 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 Count Basie, Lucky Millinder and Jimmie Grier.  We also listen to a Soundie by Florence Pepper and a couple of Ellington tracks from "A Date With The Duke". 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 #104 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Don Redman and His Orchestra.  We also learn about the raw material that went into making V-Discs.  (E011) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage Big Band music by Duke Ellington, The Pied Pipers, Buddy Clark and The Starlighters. We also listen to an old radio spot for Postum. 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 Cee Pee Johnson, Andy Kirk and Jimmie Lunceford.  We also listen to a Soundie by Skeets Tolbert and His 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 #573 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Sam Donahue and the Navy Dance Band and Stan Kenton. (E010) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage Big Band performances by Kay Kyser, Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra and Freddy Nagel. We also learn why you should have an extra package of Alka Seltzer on the side. 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 Vaughn Monroe, Raymond Scott, Artie Shaw and The Sportsmen Quartet.  We also listen to clips from an old radio program that tackles the marijuana problem. You know, those Reefer Cigarettes.  The Dope! 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 #144 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Captain Glenn Miller and the AAFTC Orchestra. (E009) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage Big Band recordings by Chick Webb, Ray Noble, Dick Jurgens and Tiny Hill.  Ronnaldo also plays an old ad from Admiral Radio. 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.

Ronnaldo is on the road in beautiful Las Vegas.  Features recordings by Frank Sinatra, Louis Prima and Ray Anthony.  We also listen to a couple of clips from Jack Benny. 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 The Hit Paraders, Erskine Hawkins, Gene Krupa and Woody Herman.  Ronnaldo plays a Soundie by the Dallas Bartley Orchestra and we also listen to an old radio ad from Buster Brown Shoes. 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 Big Band recordings by Lionel Hampton, Jimmie Lunceford, Ralph Flanagan and Artie Shaw.  We also listen to a track from Sinatra's last performance with Tommy Dorsey's 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.

Features music by Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller and Charlie Barnet.  We also listen to select audio clips from a 1952 cinematic masterpiece called "Telephone Etiquette." 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.

Ronnaldo plays his favorite songs that were featured on the podcast this year.  Includes vintage recordings by Cab Calloway, Kay Starr, Raymond Scott and Glenn Miller. 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.

Happy Holidays Everyone!  This show features vintage Big Band Christmas recordings by Bing Crosby, The Andrews Sisters, Peggy Lee and Glenn Miller.  This is a "regifting" of a special from 2020. 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 special Christmas episode we examine and listen to Disc #868 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Frank Sinatra with music by Axel Stordahl. (Christmas) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features vintage Big Band recordings by The Andrews Sisters, Tony Pastor and Artie Shaw.  Ronnaldo also plays a Soundie by Will Bradley and His Six Texas Hot Dogs. 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 Big Band music by Andy Kirk, Duke Ellington and Hal Kemp.  We also listen to select audio clips from a charming little film called "Let's Have Fewer Colds". 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 #349 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Les Brown and Sammy Kaye. (E008) * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Features recordings by Ted Heath, Hal McIntyre, Bunny Berigan and Charlie Barnet.  Ronnaldo plays some select audio clips from a 1947 educational film called "Gasoline For Everybody." 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.