About this podcast
The Jack Benny Show AKA The Jello Program AKA The Lucky Strike Program aired from the 1930's right through to the 1950's. Each week your host, John Henderson, brings an episode from that week 60-80 years ago. It's old, yet still as funny as ever.
"The Jack Benny program, starring Jack Benny with Mary Livingstone, Phil Harris, Rochester, Dennis Day, and yours truly Don Wilson"
Episodes
The newest 50 of 639 episodes
- Sick After Being Robbed · 28 minNovember 4, 1945 - Jack Benny is sick in bed after being robbed. References include commentator Gabriel Heater, movie Mildred Pierce and Spellbound, and the young actor Roddy…
- Target Shooting · 30 minNovember 1, 1942 - Jack Benny and Phil Harris go target shooting at Camp Elliot Marine Base. References include Fred Allen, Mrs. Roosevelt, Wendell Willkie, Daniel Boone and…
- Just Before Air Time · 32 minOctober 31, 1943 - Mr. Mortimer the sponsor visits and Jack pretends he's going to Brazil. This being Halloween Jack and The gang discuss their plans. References include fellow…
- Music Store (Bob Crosby Game) · 33 minOctober 25, 1953 - Jack Buys a G string at the music stor after his violin string breaks. References include the Bob Crosby afternoon show,Jack's TV episode with Humphrey Bogart…
- Wings of the Hawk · 32 minOctober 18, 1953 - Jack Benny does a parody of the movie "Wings of the Hawk" in which Van Hefin plays a prospector in Mexico caught up in a fight bewteen the rebels and the…
- Home From Algiers · 30 minOctober 24, 1943 - Jack Benny rides the train and tells another story from his time overseas. This story turns out to be a spoof of the Charles Boyer movie Algiers. References…
- The Finale That Never Was (BONUS) · 31 minJune 3, 2026 - No Soap Radio presents an "The Finale That Never Was" original Jack Benny script written by Craig Shemin. When Jack Benny retired from radio in 1955 no farewell…
- Jack Benny on the Danny Kaye Show (BONUS) · 34 minOctober 26, 1945 - With Danny Kaye entertaining the troops overseas Jack Benny, Mary Livingston, Rochester, Larry Stevens and Don Wilson fill in on The Danny Kaye Show.
- A Day in The Life of Dennis Day (BONUS) · 33 minOctober 3, 1946 - This is the first episode of Dennis Day's show, a spin off of Jack Benny. This episode is titles "Masquerade". In it they mention the racy book "Forever Amber"…
- Fred Allen with Jack Haley and Phil Harris (BONUS) · 33 minJanuary 23, 1949 - The Fred Allen Show with special guest Jack Haley (Tin Man) and featuring Phil Harris. Phil was out east for President Truman's Inauguration.
- "The Horn Blows at Midnight" on Ford Theater (BONUS) · 1 h 1 minMarch 4, 1949 - Jack Benny is the guest star on The Ford Theater for a radio adaptation of his movie "The Horn Blows at Midnight". This program follows the Jack Warner episode of…
- Phil Harris - Tutor for Girls (BONUS) · 34 minOctober 20, 1946 - This is the second (available) episode of The Phil Harris and Alice Faye Show, which was known as The Fitch Bandwagon and this time.
- Theater of Thrills (BONUS) · 32 minA new intro to the Jack Benny episode of Suspense "A Good and Faithful Servant" from June 2, 1952. Theater of Thrills Podcast https://thisdaybenny.com/thrills/ YouTube video…
- Bing Crosby's Gift for Jack Benny (Bonus) · 33 minFebruary 12, 1953 - Bing Crosby's General Electric Program with guest star Jack Benny. Bing get's Jack a gift for his birthday. Then he introduces his guest violin soloist, Joe…
- Recollections at 30 (BONUS) · 30 minNovember 21, 1956 - Thirty years of NBC radio. A look back at the days of old time radio, made durning the days of old time radio. Clips of Jack Benny, Fred Allen and more!
- Move to CBS Unbroadcast Specials (BONUS) · 33 minDecember 22, 1948 - CBS's Experimental Broadcast A preview episode of the Jack Benny show at the CBS studio. December 23, 1948 - CBS Corporate Broadcast A Closed Circuit…
- Bob Hope with guest Jack Benny (BONUS) · 34 minNovember 9, 1948 - Bob Hope tore a muscle on the set of his latest movie and Jack Benny stops by to wish him 'get well soon'. In his fast-talking style Bob hope references many…
- G.I. Journal with Rochester and Mel Blanc (BONUS) · 26 minAugust 21, 1943 - Eddie "Rochester" Anderson is guest star on G.I. Journal radio program, with Kay Kyser and Mel Blanc.
- The Charlie McCarthy Show with Jack Benny (BONUS) · 34 minOctober 6, 1946 - Jack Benny guest stars on ventriloquist Edgar Bergan's radio program. It's a fun episode with Jack trying to get some publicity from the dummy.
- Heifetz and Benny 1942 (BONUS) · 31 minSummer of 1942 Jack Benny and Jascha Heifetz appear on Command Performance along with Ethel Waters, Richard Haydn and Edward Arnold.
- Parachute Jump · 32 minMay 23, 1943 - From Gardner Field, near Taft, California. References include pin-up girl Betty Grable, the movie "Hello Frisco, Hello", Beeman's pepsin chewing gum, and rumble…
- The Automat · 33 minMay 17 and 24, 1936 - Everybody's not so hot. Jack leaves New York for California with a visit from the travel agent. Jack and the gang visit the automat. These are two partial…
- Rancho Benny (Basic 7 Foods) · 34 minMay 16, 1943 - From the Marine training station at Camp Pendleton, California Jack Benny talks about being a lumberjack and the cast does a Mexican theme sketch. References…
- Going to the Zoo · 31 minMay 11, 1952 - Jack takes the Beavers to the zoo while Roy and Rochester clean on Mother's Day. References include Johnny Ray, Ike Eisenhower and Senator Estes Kefauver, Tarzan…
- At the Ball Game (Jimmy Durante) · 34 minMay 4, 1952 - Jack Fixes the Phonograph. Jack and Mary go to a Los Angeles vs Seattle baseball game. References include president Truman's televised tour of the white house…
- Swimming Pool (Loretta Young) · 33 minApril 18, 1943 - Jack Opens Swimming Pool for the Season. Loretta Young comes for a quick PSA for War Bonds. References include Eddie Cantor, Ronald Colman, Fred Allen, Barbara…
- Seance (Who Stole the Ding Dong?) · 33 minApril 25, 1954 - Seance at Jack's home after lunch at the diner. References include the song "Somebody Bad Stole de Wedding Bell" by Ertha Kitt, the movie "Gentlemen Prefer…
- A Yank at Oxford · 38 minApril 10, 1938 - Jack Benny talks about building a house in Beverly Hills. References include British foreign secretary Anthony Eden, comedian Fred Allen, the song "A Cup of…
- Don Wilson on Eddie Cantor Show (BONUS) · 33 minApril 25, 1937 - Texaco Town with Eddie Cantor. Eddie's announcer Jimmy Wallington wants to quit the show and Don Wilson pops in as a surprise guest. Plus Mr. Kitzel as part of…
- Happy Easter (Eclipse) · 32 minApril 17, 1949 - A Walk Through The Easter Parade Jack and Mary meet their friends and neighbors from Mr. Kitzel to Frank Nelson. References include Fred Astaire and Judy Garland…
- Alan Ladd · 26 minMarch 25, 1945 - Murder Mystery with guest star Alan Ladd. Mary Livingstone was named best dressed woman in radio. References include Humphrey Bogart and Fred Allen.
- How Jack Found Rochester · 29 minMarch 11, 1945 - Jack and the gand practice archery, then a reporter comes and asks about Rochester, featuring guests Amos 'n Andy. References include the songs "Hot Time in the…
- Haunted House/Western · 33 minMarch 11 & 18, 1934 - Jack sleeps in a haunted house and the cast does an Arizona western play.
- Mad About The Oscars · 32 minMarch 1, 1942 - Jack Benny is upset that his movie "Charlie's Aunt" didn't win him an Academy Award, he falls asleep and dreams of what might have happened. References include…
- Washington DC (The Whistler) · 33 minFebruary 26, 1950 - Jack Benny talks about his trip to Washington DC, then they do a parody of the mystery radio show "The Whistler". They did this same parody on the episode…
- House in Palm Springs (I Think) · 33 minFebruary 22, 1948 - Jack Benny and the gang are in Palm Springs and they visit the site where his new house is being built. There is also a cameo by Frank Sinatra. References…
- Surprise Birthday Party · 32 minFebruary 15, 1948 - Jack Turns 39 and for his birthday everyone plans to throw him a surprise party. References include Bob Hope, Al Jolson, Jasha Hiefetz, the Academy Awards…
- Musical Tribute to Jack Benny · 32 minMay 11, 1941 - NBC Tribute 10th Anniversary. Jack and the gang talk about the testimonial dinner that took place this weekend in Jack Benny's honor. Then the episode is taken…
- Testimonial Dinner (10th Anniversary) · 35 minMay 9, 1941 - NBC 10th Anniversary Testimonial Dinner. Rudy Valli hosts a formal dinner in Jack Benny's honor with speeches by Edgar Bergan and Charlie McCarthy, Fibber McGee and…
- Salute to Jack Benny (10th Anniversary) · 35 minMay 4 & May 9, 1941 - Behind the Mike with Don Wilson interviewing Jack Benny and the NBC Special 10th Anniversary Salute to Jack Benny. Plus it's the 10th anniversary of This…
- Elephant's Graveyard (Deleted Scene) · 36 minJanuary 9, 1955 - The Elephant's Graveyard Mystery. Jack Benny walks around the neighborhood in the morning, then decides to read an adventure book. References include Burns and…
- George Burns and Jack Benny are Gypsies (Bonus) · 31 minJanuary 8, 1948 - Jack Benny is the guest in Maxwell House Coffee Time with George Burns and Gracie Allen. Jack Benny wants to be appreciated for his violin playing and George…
- New Year's Fantasy (1950 In Review) · 34 minDecember 31, 1950 - The old time 1950 gives advice to baby 1951 in this New Year's Eve Fantasy skit. References include the Korean War, radio show "Life Can Be Beautiful", the…
- Trimming the Christmas Tree · 33 minDecember 24, 1944 - Jack Benny has some trouble while trying to decorate his Christmas tree in this Christmas Eve episode. Plus Jack gives a heartfelt Christmas speech to those…
- Frank Sinatra In Person (BONUS) · 29 minDecember 18, 1944 - Jack Benny is the guest on Frank Sinatra's radio show "Frank Sinatra in Person". References include Fibber McGee, Bing Crosby and Fred Allen, plus war bonds…
- Going Christmas Shopping (Sinatra) · 33 minDecember 17, 1944 - Jack meets Frank Sinatra in a drug store. Mary drives Jack to go Christmas shopping. References include Bing Crosby, Eddie Cantor, Fred Allen, women drivers…
- Christmas Shopping (Gold Cufflinks) · 33 minDecember 2, 1951 - Jack goes shopping for cufflinks for Don. The racetrack tout plays the department store Santa Claus. References include advertising of the major cigarette…
- Turkey Court (Banned in Boston) · 34 minNovember 30, 1947 - Jack Benny has a turkey dream after Thanksgiving. References include Fred Allen, Betty Grable, Stokowski, Toskinini, Rochefort Beer and Coronet Magazine…
- Biopic of Jack Benny · 33 minNovember 23, 1947 - Movie Of Jack's Life, Thanksgiving Show. References include the royal wedding, cars with motors in the rear, Phil Spitalney, John Wilks Booth, boxers Jack…
- Madame Zombie (Screeno) · 32 minNovember 13, 1938 - Jack steals a girl from Phil Harris. Jack and Mary go see a fortune teller. References include Screeno.
