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Lum and Abner

Lum and Abner

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 Lum and Abner was an American network radio comedy program created by Chester Lauck and Norris Goff that was aired from 1931 to 1954. Modeled on life in the small town of Waters, Arkansas, near where Lauck and Goff grew up, the show proved immensely popular. In 1936, Waters changed its name to "Pine Ridge" after the show's fictional town.

The series was created by co-stars Chester Lauck (who played Columbus "Lum" Edwards) and Norris Goff (Abner Peabody). Lum always pronounced his own name as Ed'erds and was very annoyed if Abner or anyone brought up his full first name. The two characters performed as a double act, with Lum playing the straight man to Abner's attempts to break free from Lum's influence. As co-owners of the Jot 'em Down Store in the fictional town of Pine Ridge, Arkansas, the pair are constantly stumbling upon moneymaking ideas only to find themselves fleeced by nemesis Squire Skimp, before finally finding a way to redeem themselves. Lum and Abner played the hillbilly theme with deceptive cleverness.

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  • L&A 1935-03-25 Lum & Abner Lose Money On Circus

    L&A 1935-03-25 Lum & Abner Lose Money On Circus
    Feb 2 2024
    Lum and Abner! A classic radio show that brought laughter to millions of Americans from 1931 to 1954. Here's what I can tell you about it:The Show:
    • Premise: Lum Edwards and Abner Peabody, two friends with very different personalities, run the Jot 'Em Down store in the fictional town of Pine Ridge, Arkansas. The show follows their daily misadventures, get-rich-quick schemes, and interactions with the quirky townsfolk.
    • Characters:
      • Lum: The practical and cautious one, often exasperated by Abner's harebrained ideas.
      • Abner: The dreamer and schemer, always looking for a way to make a quick buck.
      • Grandpappy Spears: Lum's grumpy but wise grandfather, always dispensing homespun advice.
      • Squire Skimp: The town's con artist and Lum's foil, always trying to cheat him out of money.
      • Cora: Lum's wife, often the voice of reason in the midst of chaos.
      • And many more!
    • Humor: The show's humor was based on slapstick, wordplay, and gentle satire of small-town life. It was known for its catchphrases like "Ain't that somethin'?" and "By heck, Abner!"
    • Popularity: Lum and Abner was one of the most popular radio shows of its time, reaching over 20 million listeners at its peak. It was also one of the first shows to be sponsored by a major corporation, Kraft Foods.
    • Legacy: The show's influence can still be seen in modern sitcoms, and its characters are considered icons of American pop culture.
    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/

    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
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    14 mins
  • L&A 1943-12-28 Wyer Lum Decides It's Time To Retire

    L&A 1943-12-28 Wyer Lum Decides It's Time To Retire
    Feb 2 2024
    Lum and Abner! A classic radio show that brought laughter to millions of Americans from 1931 to 1954. Here's what I can tell you about it:The Show:
    • Premise: Lum Edwards and Abner Peabody, two friends with very different personalities, run the Jot 'Em Down store in the fictional town of Pine Ridge, Arkansas. The show follows their daily misadventures, get-rich-quick schemes, and interactions with the quirky townsfolk.
    • Characters:
      • Lum: The practical and cautious one, often exasperated by Abner's harebrained ideas.
      • Abner: The dreamer and schemer, always looking for a way to make a quick buck.
      • Grandpappy Spears: Lum's grumpy but wise grandfather, always dispensing homespun advice.
      • Squire Skimp: The town's con artist and Lum's foil, always trying to cheat him out of money.
      • Cora: Lum's wife, often the voice of reason in the midst of chaos.
      • And many more!
    • Humor: The show's humor was based on slapstick, wordplay, and gentle satire of small-town life. It was known for its catchphrases like "Ain't that somethin'?" and "By heck, Abner!"
    • Popularity: Lum and Abner was one of the most popular radio shows of its time, reaching over 20 million listeners at its peak. It was also one of the first shows to be sponsored by a major corporation, Kraft Foods.
    • Legacy: The show's influence can still be seen in modern sitcoms, and its characters are considered icons of American pop culture.
    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/

    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
    Show More Show Less
    12 mins
  • L&A 1935-08-07 Who Are Dixie-Belle & Mary-Jane

    L&A 1935-08-07 Who Are Dixie-Belle & Mary-Jane
    Feb 2 2024
    Lum and Abner! A classic radio show that brought laughter to millions of Americans from 1931 to 1954. Here's what I can tell you about it:The Show:
    • Premise: Lum Edwards and Abner Peabody, two friends with very different personalities, run the Jot 'Em Down store in the fictional town of Pine Ridge, Arkansas. The show follows their daily misadventures, get-rich-quick schemes, and interactions with the quirky townsfolk.
    • Characters:
      • Lum: The practical and cautious one, often exasperated by Abner's harebrained ideas.
      • Abner: The dreamer and schemer, always looking for a way to make a quick buck.
      • Grandpappy Spears: Lum's grumpy but wise grandfather, always dispensing homespun advice.
      • Squire Skimp: The town's con artist and Lum's foil, always trying to cheat him out of money.
      • Cora: Lum's wife, often the voice of reason in the midst of chaos.
      • And many more!
    • Humor: The show's humor was based on slapstick, wordplay, and gentle satire of small-town life. It was known for its catchphrases like "Ain't that somethin'?" and "By heck, Abner!"
    • Popularity: Lum and Abner was one of the most popular radio shows of its time, reaching over 20 million listeners at its peak. It was also one of the first shows to be sponsored by a major corporation, Kraft Foods.
    • Legacy: The show's influence can still be seen in modern sitcoms, and its characters are considered icons of American pop culture.
    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/

    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
    Show More Show Less
    15 mins

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