Mary Lee Taylor 35 Eps


(4 Sterne; 2 Bewertungen)

The Mary Lee Taylor Program is the longest running Old Time Radio cooking show, debuting on CBS Radio on November 7, 1933, and concluding on NBC Radio on October 9, 1954. Each episode typically lasted about fifteen minutes and focused on cooking tips and recipes.

Before moving to NBC in 1948, the show expanded to thirty minutes and became part of the "NBC Saturday Morning Parade of Stars." Each episode began with "The Story of the Week," a light domestic drama featuring young newly-weds, Jim and Sally Carter, followed by "The Recipe of the Week," emphasizing economical cooking.

The program concluded with "Today's Recipe for Happiness," where Mary Lee shared warm wisdom. Sponsored by Pet Milk, the show provided delightful recipes and engaging stories, making it a cherished part of radio history.


This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.

Bewertungen

Surprisingly good


(4 Sterne)

I'd heard some of the recipe-only episodes before, but never the longer 'soap opera' shows. These are very good by soap standards, with a neat moral twist in most episodes and good acting.