My Favorite Husband - Lucille Ball - OTR radio show cover art

My Favorite Husband - Lucille Ball - OTR radio show

My Favorite Husband - Lucille Ball - OTR radio show

By: Jess Oppenheimer
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 "My Favorite Husband" is a classic American radio sitcom that aired from 1948 to 1951. It was created by Jess Oppenheimer and starred Lucille Ball and Richard Denning. The show served as a precursor to the famous television sitcom "I Love Lucy," in which Lucille Ball played a similar character.
The show revolves around the life of Liz Cooper, a typical suburban housewife, and her husband George Cooper, a banker. Liz is witty, clever, and always finds herself in humorous situations, often getting involved in misadventures due to her meddling nature.
"My Favorite Husband" was known for its sharp dialogue, clever writing, and the dynamic chemistry between Lucille Ball and Richard Denning. The show was popular for its situational comedy, slapstick humor, and the way it reflected the domestic life of the post-war era.
The success of "My Favorite Husband" on radio eventually led to Lucille Ball transitioning the concept to television, resulting in the iconic "I Love Lucy" series. The radio show paved the way for Lucille Ball's rise to superstardom and revolutionized the landscape of television comedy.
Overall, "My Favorite Husband" holds a special place in the history of Old Time Radio, serving as a stepping stone for one of the most beloved and influential sitcoms in television history.

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Episodes
  • 6 Liz s Radio Script an episode of My Favorite Husband

    6 Liz s Radio Script an episode of My Favorite Husband
    Sep 8 2025
    Please enjoy 6 Liz s Radio Script a great episode of the legendary My Favorite Husband - A Classic Old Time radio Show.
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    28 mins
  • 2-Women s Rights Pt2 an episode of My Favorite Husband

    2-Women s Rights Pt2 an episode of My Favorite Husband
    Sep 1 2025
    Please enjoy 2-Women s Rights Pt2 a great episode of the legendary My Favorite Husband - A Classic Old Time radio Show.
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    30 mins
  • 5-Women s Rights Pt1 an episode of My Favorite Husband

    5-Women s Rights Pt1 an episode of My Favorite Husband
    Aug 25 2025
    Please enjoy 5-Women s Rights Pt1 a great episode of the legendary My Favorite Husband - A Classic Old Time radio Show.
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    30 mins
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