Radio Daze: Fred Allen’s comedy genius is on display for your old radio listening pleasure!
Howdy Folks! It’s The Kendog here with another episode of Radio Daze! This edition features the comedic stylings of Fred Allen, on of the smartest and wittiest comedians of radio’s Golden Age! Allen was probably best known for two things: his feud with Jack Benny (the two were actually close friends) and his regular feature known as “Allen’s Alley” in which he would ask a topical question to the comedic residents of the alley, including Senator Claghorn and Mrs. Noosebaum. He was more of a political humorist than Jack Benny and was also skilled at improve, which made for an interesting dynamic with the script-loving Benny. The two episodes featured today are from December of 1942 and January of 1943 and feature two great guests in the form of Orson Welles and Oscar Levant. Enjoy! So Sayeth The Kendog!
The Dogcast – The Dog’s Movie House Dogcast #2!
Howdy Folks! Welcome to the Dog’s Movie House Dogcast! This week we’re taking a look at “Scream 7,” “Psycho Killer” and last week’s passing of Robert Duvall, Tom Noonan, Robert Carradine, and Eric Dane. That’s a lot of celebrity death for one weekend! Enjoy and feel free to comment either here or on my Facebook page! So Sayeth The Kendog!
Radio Daze: Getting Back To Jack Benny For Your Old Radio Listening Pleasure!
Howdy Folks! Welcome to another edition of Radio Daze! In honor of Jack Benny’s Birthday on Valentine’s Day, I’ve included a couple of classic birthday shows. Jack Benny, being perpetually 39, is always annoyed when it comes to his birthday! I’ve two episodes for you this week! The first is from 1942 in which Jack can’t get a date for his birthday! The next is from 1954 in which Jack finally turns 40! Both are hilarious and are perfect programs to listen too with the coming storm this weekend! Enjoy! So Sayeth The Kendog!
The Dogcast – The First Dog’s Movie House Podcast!
Howdy Folks! It’s The Kendog here with some exciting news! I’m am posting at this very site my very first episode of the Dog’s Movie House Podcast! It’s been a long time coming, let me tell you! I had the get the right equipment, find the time, etc. A lot of it was just getting off my duff and doing it no matter the consquences. I have to say it sounds good for a first effort (but I’m a little biased, heh) but there are a few glitches, primarily with the volume of the trailers and some small editing issues, but overall I think you’ll enjoy it, especially if you like my segments on the Pat Walsh Show! This episode features reviews of “Wuthering Heights” and the new Chris Hemsworth heist drama “Crime 101.” I also talk about my first (and possibly last) experience with D-Box seats! Enjoy and feel free to leave comments and (constructive, please) critcism either here or on my Facebook page! So Sayeth The Kendog!
Dog’s Movie House – Luc Besson’s “Dracula” An Odd Bird Of A Film With Some Interesting Moments!
Howdy Folks! It’s The Kendog here with a look at the latest cinematic version of Bram Stoker’s classic vampire novel “Dracula.” This one is written and directed by notable filmmaker Luc Besson, who gave us “The Fifth Element” and “La Femme Nikita” among others. This version makes some rather severe changes to Stoker’s story while keeping the essential narrative intact. The film is set in not only Transylvania but in Paris rather than England. Several of the characters have been changed from the book as well, although they are essentially playing similar roles in the a different costume. Besson leans into the tragic romance that drives the story but leaves most of the scares at home!
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