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The Big Band and Swing Podcast

The Big Band and Swing Podcast is a weekly podcast that focuses on the music, artists and history of the Big Band Era of the 1930‘s, 1940’s and 1950‘s. You will hear classic Big Band recordings and forgotten performances rescued from Old Time Radio Broadcasts (OTR), Soundies, V-Discs and other AFRS archives.

Latest Episodes:

Big Band Birthdays - September 19: Helen Ward Sep 19, 2021

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In this Podcast Extra of "The Big Band and Swing Podcast" we celebrate the birthday of a female vocalist who had such a great voice - Helen Ward. Helen was born September 19, 1916 in New York City, New York.

* All music in this podcast are Creative Commons. Artists are credited within the podcast.

So Tired and Need Some Pep (Show 79) Sep 17, 2021

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This episode features recordings by Russ Morgan, Frank Sinatra, Tommy Dorsey and more. We listen to some Soundies and hear about some great little prizes included in boxes of Pep Cereal.

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* All music in this podcast are Creative Commons. Artists are credited within the podcast.

Big Band Birthdays - September 10: Raymond Scott Sep 10, 2021

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In this Podcast Extra of "The Big Band and Swing Podcast" we celebrate the birthday of one of the most creative and unique bandleaders of the Big Band Era - Raymond Scott. Raymond was born on September 10, 1908 in Brooklyn, New York.

* All music in this podcast are Creative Commons. Artists are credited within the podcast.

A Doozy On The Upbeat (Show 78) Sep 10, 2021

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This episode includes songs by Ray Anthony, Count Basie and Dick Stabile. We listen to some music by bandleader Tommy Carlyn as well as hearing a PSA that stresses the importance of driving safely.

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.

Big Band Birthdays - September 4: Jan Savitt Sep 04, 2021

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In this Podcast Extra of "The Big Band and Swing Podcast" we celebrate the birthday of a bandleader who had very strong ties with classical music but really knew how to Swing. Violinist, arranger, the Stokowski of Swing himself, Jan Savitt. Jan was born on September 4th, 1907 in what is now considered Ukraine.

* All music in this podcast are Creative Commons. Artists are credited within the podcast.

Such a Wonderful Feeling (Show 77) Sep 03, 2021

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This episode features music by Glenn Miller, Peggy Lee and Gene Krupa. We also enjoy an old radio ad from Lux Soap. Mmmmm! That's such a wonderful feeling.

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.

Humming and Dancing With a Dolly (Show 76) Aug 27, 2021

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Includes music by Benny Carter, Count Basie, Henry Busse and Ben Pollack. We also listen to a classic Soundie by the Modernaires. Please remember to leave a review with your favorite podcast provider.

* All music in this podcast are Creative Commons. Artists are credited within the podcast.

Please support The Big Band and Swing Podcast at: www.SupportSwing.com.

V-Discs and Some More V-Discs (Show 75) Aug 20, 2021

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Features vintage V-Disc recordings from Tommy Dorsey, Hal McIntyre, Perry Como and Tony Pastor. Ronnaldo takes a closer look at the historic V-Disc program of the 1940's and barely scratches the surface of this fascinating collection of music.

* All music in this podcast are Creative Commons. Artists are credited within the podcast.

Please support The Big Band and Swing Podcast at: www.SupportSwing.com.

Melodies and a Lullaby (Show 74) Aug 13, 2021

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Includes music by The Andrews Sisters, Dick Stabile, Tony Pastor and Ralph Flanagan. We also learn what happens to a fish out of water. Spoiler Alert: It Dies!

* All music in this podcast are Creative Commons. Artists are credited within the podcast.

Please support The Big Band and Swing Podcast at: www.SupportSwing.com.

Big Band Birthdays - August 13: Skinnay Ennis Aug 13, 2021

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In this Podcast Extra of "The Big Band and Swing Podcast" we celebrate the birthday of bandleader, vocalist and overall entertainer - Skinnay Ennis. Skinnay was born on Aug 13, 1907 in Salisbury, North Carolina.

* All music in this podcast are Creative Commons. Artists are credited within the podcast.

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