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Our Miss Brooks, “Conklin the Bachelor” (episode 227), originally broadcast on CBS on December 13, 1953. Eve Arden stars as Madison High English teacher Connie Brooks, with Gale Gordon as the formidable Principal Osgood Conklin. At Christmastime, Connie’s plans for a dinner involving biology teacher Philip Boynton become tangled in Mrs. Conklin’s elaborate effort to rekindle her husband’s attentions—and perhaps acquire a coveted beaver stole. The domestic maneuvering soon reaches the halls of Madison High, with Walter Denton and the Conklins adding to the holiday confusion. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:43 Original Broadcast 15:27 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Audition Show (Eve Arden),” originally broadcast June 23, 1948. In this CBS audition presentation, Eve Arden introduces sharp-witted Madison High English teacher Connie Brooks; the episode is commonly cataloged as episode 0. A traffic accident brings Connie into an awkward first encounter with Madison High’s incoming principal, Osgood Conklin, played here by Will Wright. Written by Lee Loeb, this audition uses the same basic storyline as the series’ July 1948 debut and establishes the comic teacher-principal friction that became central to the show. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:45 Original Broadcast 31:07 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks presents “Eve Arden Biography.” Original broadcast date and episode number are not supplied. This archival program focuses on Eve Arden, the star whose quick-witted portrayal of English teacher Connie Brooks made Our Miss Brooks a radio comedy favorite. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:17 Original Broadcast 03:00 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Elopement with Walter” (episode 97), originally broadcast September 17, 1950. At Madison High’s fall-term opening, English teacher Connie Brooks finds Philip Boynton’s volunteer fire-department training consuming his evenings. When Boynton needs a two-story house for a ladder-rescue practice, Connie spots an opportunity involving Principal Osgood Conklin’s home. Eve Arden stars as Connie, with Jeff Chandler, Gale Gordon, Richard Crenna, and Gloria McMillan. Also cataloged as “Fire Ladder Test,” this CBS comedy was sponsored by Colgate Dental Cream and Luster-Creme Shampoo. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:43 Original Broadcast 30:13 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Hobbies” (AFRS), originally broadcast January 10, 1954, is episode 231 of the classic schoolroom comedy starring Eve Arden as English teacher Connie Brooks. Also known as “Mr. Conklin’s Wax Effigies,” this Armed Forces Radio Service transcription features Gale Gordon, Robert Rockwell, Richard Crenna, Gloria McMillan, and Jesslyn Fax. Principal Osgood Conklin orders the Madison High faculty to take up hobbies, but his own renewed interest in creating lifelike wax figures proves especially distracting. With Mrs. Davis away and her sister Angela staying with Connie, Miss Brooks finds herself navigating Conklin’s latest campaign alongside Mr. Boynton, Walter Denton, and Harriet Conklin. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:51 Original Broadcast 24:44 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Mr. Boynton’s Parents,” originally broadcast on CBS on May 8, 1949, is episode 40 of the classic schoolroom comedy. Eve Arden stars as Madison High English teacher Connie Brooks, with Jeff Chandler as the ever-elusive Philip Boynton. In this Mother’s Day-themed episode, Connie is named “Mother Away From Mother” just as Mr. Boynton prepares to introduce her to his visiting parents. The prospective meeting gives Connie a special reason to hope she can make a favorable impression. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:44 Original Broadcast 30:13 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Faculty Cheerleader,” originally broadcast September 18, 1949. Commonly cataloged as episode 58, this back-to-school comedy stars Eve Arden as Madison High English teacher Connie Brooks, with Gale Gordon as Principal Osgood Conklin and Jeff Chandler as Mr. Boynton. As Madison High prepares for its first football game of the season, Conklin revives the idea of selecting a faculty cheerleader—only to find a rival principal has already claimed the honor. School-spirit politics, a faculty election, and Miss Enright’s conspicuous orange turtleneck gift for Mr. Boynton keep Connie, Walter, Harriet, and the rest of the Madison High crowd busy. Written and directed by Al Lewis for CBS. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:49 Original Broadcast 30:18 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Tears for Mr. Boynton,” originally broadcast on CBS on April 10, 1955. This is episode 284 of the classic schoolroom comedy starring Eve Arden as English teacher Connie Brooks, with Robert Rockwell as the earnest Mr. Boynton. At Madison High, two boys with especially tearful tales win Miss Brooks’s sympathy. When Connie enlists Mr. Boynton to help set things right, the situation draws in Principal Osgood Conklin, Walter Denton, Harriet Conklin, and Sergeant Gillis. Written by Al Lewis and Arthur Alsberg, the episode turns a well-meaning intervention into a fast-growing comic misunderstanding. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:45 Original Broadcast 30:02 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “The Dancer” (also known as “The Balloon Dancer”), originally broadcast October 29, 1950, is episode 103 of the classic CBS comedy. Eve Arden stars as Madison High’s ever-resourceful English teacher, Connie Brooks, alongside Gale Gordon as the formidable Principal Osgood Conklin. After an eye examination leaves Connie’s vision temporarily blurred, she finds herself helping cover Conklin’s office while he expects a new secretary. The arrival of professional dancer Mitzi LeRoy soon turns an ordinary school day into a tangle of misunderstandings, with Conklin’s bachelor-party plans and the Board of Education adding to the pressure. The episode was written and directed by Al Lewis and sponsored by Colgate Dental Cream and Lustre-Creme Shampoo. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:38 Original Broadcast 30:07 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Cow in the Closet,” originally broadcast on CBS on April 24, 1955. Episode 286 finds Eve Arden’s wisecracking English teacher Connie Brooks caught up in a Madison High School crackdown on pets—an edict made still more complicated by Mr. Boynton’s affection for animals. With Gale Gordon as the blustering Principal Osgood Conklin and Robert Rockwell as Mr. Boynton, this schoolroom farce turns a simple no-pets rule into an increasingly unruly day, culminating in a very large problem for the school closet. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:41 Original Broadcast 30:00 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Stretch Is Accused of Professionalism” (episode 290), originally broadcast May 22, 1955. In this AFRS presentation, Eve Arden stars as Madison High’s quick-witted English teacher, Connie Brooks. A friendly baseball rivalry between Madison High and Clay City High puts prospective star pitcher Stretch Snodgrass in the spotlight. When Stretch’s academic standing threatens the big game, Miss Brooks, Principal Conklin, and the school staff find themselves caught up in a comic school-and-sports dilemma. Written by Arthur Alsberg and Al Lewis, the episode also features Gale Gordon, Richard Crenna, Jane Morgan, and Robert Rockwell. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:46 Original Broadcast 26:05 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Overseas Job” (episode 121), originally broadcast March 4, 1951. In this Armed Forces Radio Service version, Madison High’s Connie Brooks hears of an opportunity for American teachers in France—and finds that the prospect of better pay and overseas travel may complicate life with Mrs. Davis, Philip Boynton, Principal Conklin, and Walter Denton. Eve Arden stars, with Jeff Chandler and Gale Gordon; the episode was written by Al Lewis and Joe Quillan. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:58 Original Broadcast 26:54 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Foreign Teachers,” originally broadcast January 24, 1954, is episode 233 of the CBS comedy series. Eve Arden stars as Madison High English teacher Connie Brooks, with Gale Gordon as the formidable Principal Osgood Conklin. During Madison High’s visitors day, Conklin assigns Miss Brooks to escort a group of visiting foreign-exchange teachers through the school—during her lunch hour. What begins as an unwelcome extra duty soon tests Connie’s patience in classic Our Miss Brooks fashion. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:40 Original Broadcast 26:18 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Mr. Lathrop Returns to School” (episode 256), originally broadcast September 26, 1954. As Madison High begins a new semester, English teacher Connie Brooks is pleased to be stationed beside Mr. Boynton’s biology lab—until 62-year-old businessman Mr. Lathrop returns to high school with some very corporate ideas about how things should run. Eve Arden stars with Gale Gordon, Richard Crenna, and Robert Rockwell. This AFRS version comes from the series’ seventh-year opening, when American Home Products became the sponsor. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:49 Original Broadcast 27:11 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Mr. Boynton’s Moustache” (episode 282), originally broadcast March 27, 1955. This AFRS rebroadcast preserves the ad-free version of the CBS comedy starring Eve Arden as Madison High’s ever-resourceful English teacher, Connie Brooks. On Mrs. Davis’s advice, Connie encourages shy biology teacher Philip Boynton to grow a moustache—only to find that his new look brings a surprising burst of confidence and attention from the faculty. With Principal Osgood Conklin planning a party and the school’s home-economics awards in the air, Connie’s hopes for an evening with Boynton become more complicated. Robert Rockwell co-stars as Mr. Boynton, with Gale Gordon as Conklin. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:51 Original Broadcast 25:24 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “New Girl in Town,” originally broadcast on CBS on May 6, 1956, is episode 340 of the classic schoolroom comedy. Eve Arden stars as wisecracking Madison High English teacher Connie Brooks, alongside Gale Gordon, Robert Rockwell, and Richard Crenna. A new transfer student, Dolores Roberts, soon has Madison High’s boys competing for her attention—especially Walter Denton—while Connie grows concerned about Mr. Boynton’s apparent interest in Dolores’s mother. Written by Arthur Alsberg and Al Lewis and directed by Larry Berns, the episode turns romantic confusion into a lively Madison High farce. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:45 Original Broadcast 20:30 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Saving the School Newspaper” (episode 318), originally broadcast December 4, 1955. In this surviving AFRS rebroadcast version, Eve Arden stars as Madison High’s ever-resourceful English teacher, Connie Brooks. Already covering extra French and German classes, Connie faces another campus complication when Walter Denton’s editorial about overworked teachers puts the Madison Monitor in jeopardy. With Principal Osgood Conklin, Mr. Boynton, and Mrs. Davis in the mix, the effort to keep the student paper alive becomes a brisk schoolhouse comedy. Written by Arthur Alsberg and produced by Larry Berns. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:49 Original Broadcast 20:34 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Connie’s New Job Offer” (episode 52), originally broadcast on CBS on July 31, 1949. Eve Arden stars as Madison High English teacher Connie Brooks, with Gale Gordon as the formidable Osgood Conklin. During summer school, Connie learns that her former position as secretary to the mayor of Norwich, Connecticut, may be open—and it promises considerably better pay than teaching. The possibility puts Connie’s future at Madison High in question, much to Principal Conklin’s concern. The episode reflects a real Colgate-Palmolive-Peet contest promotion and was written and directed by Al Lewis. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:49 Original Broadcast 30:19 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Clay City English Teacher” (episode 34), originally broadcast March 27, 1949. Eve Arden stars as Madison High’s wisecracking English teacher, Connie Brooks, alongside Gale Gordon as Principal Osgood Conklin and Jeff Chandler as the shy Mr. Boynton. A rival principal from Clay City High sets his sights on recruiting Miss Brooks, putting Connie’s position at Madison—and her relationships with Conklin and Boynton—under unusual pressure. Frank Nelson appears as the competing principal in this CBS comedy, written and directed by Al Lewis. Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:41 Original Broadcast 30:10 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Our Miss Brooks, “Music Festival with Oakhurst” (episode 108), originally broadcast December 3, 1950. Eve Arden stars as Madison High English teacher Connie Brooks, with Gale Gordon as the formidable Principal Osgood Conklin. As Madison High prepares for the Oakhurst Music Festival, Connie finds herself saddled with the school’s new driving course while Conklin readies a tuba performance. A troublesome automobile adds to the pre-concert confusion in this CBS comedy, also known as “Conklin’s Tuba” or “Band Concert.” Old Time Comedy Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:50 Original Broadcast 30:21 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-comedy-radio-old-time-radio--7219644/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio