Radio Leftovers: Mark’s Favorite Radio Shows, Part 2

1.  Monitor (NBC, June 12, 1955-January 26, 1975)

2.  Duffy's Tavern (CBS,March 1, 1941-June 30, 1942; NBC Blue Network/ABC, October 6, 1942-June 27, 1944; NBC, September 15, 1944-December 28, 1951)

3.  Crime Classics (CBS, June 15, 1953-June 30, 1954)

4.  Cathy and Elliott Lewis on Stage (CBS, January 2, 1953-September 30, 1954)

5.  The Six Shooter (NBC, September 20, 1953-June 24, 1954)

6.  Welcome, Travelers (ABC, June 30, 1947-July 8, 1949; NBC, July 11, 1949-September 24, 1954)

7.  The Life of Riley (CBS, April 12-September 6, 1941; Blue Network/ABC, January 16, 1944-July 8, 1945; NBC, September 8, 1945-June 29, 1951)

8.  America's Town Meeting of the Air (Blue Network/ABC, May 30, 1935-July 1, 1956)

9.  Fathers Knows Best (NBC, August 25, 1949-April 25, 1954)

10.  Invitation to Learning (CBS, May 26, 1940-December 28, 1964)

Radio Leftovers: Mark’s Favorite Radio Shows, Part 1

1.  Suspense (CBS, June 17,1942-September 30, 1962)

2.  Family Theater (Mutual, February 13, 1947-September 11, 1957)

3.  The Amos 'n' Andy Show (Sam 'n' Henry, The Amos'n' Andy Music Hall) (WGN, January 12, 1926-December 18, 1927; WMAQ, March 19, 1928-August 16, 1929; NBC, August 19, 1929-December 31, 1937; NBC Red, January 3, 1938-March 31, 1939; CBS,April 3, 1939-February 19, 1943; NBC, October 8, 1943-June 1, 1945; NBC, October 2, 1945-July 6, 1948; CBS, October 10, 1948-May 22, 1955; CBS, September 13, 1954-November 25, 1960)

4.  True Detective Mysteries (CBS, May 16, 1929-May 8, 1930; Mutual, September 8, 1936-August 31, 1937; Mutual, April 5, 1938-March 28, 1939; Mutual, April 29, 1944-June 2, 1958)

5.  The Big Story (NBC, April 2, 1947-March 23, 1955)

6.  Wendy Warren and the News (CBS, June 23, 1947-November 12, 1958)

7.  The NBC University Theater (NBC, July 30, 1948-February 14, 1951)

8.  21st Precinct (CBS, July 7, 1953-July 26, 1956)

9.  Nick Carter, Master Detective (Mutual, April 11, 1943-September 25, 1955)

10.  The Greatest Story Ever Told (ABC, January 26, 1947-December 30, 1956)

These Are a Few of Our Favorite Things...

The members of Blogging Class love all kinds of things, so we thought we would break it down by category and share our favorite colors, movies, TV shows, music and food.

Colors:

Mark's favorite color is green. He particularly likes bright and dark shades of green. He wears a lot of green. In fact, he is wearing his favorite shirt right now, which is bright green.

Rachel's favorite color is red. When she thinks of the color red, it reminds her of love, because the heart is red. 

Joseph's favorite color is blue. He even has a blue light in his room. When he turn it on, the whole room becomes blue.

Crystal’s favorite color can change based on her mood, but lately she’s really into pink and purple! She’s wearing a hot pink bow right now!

Movies:

Rachel's favorite movie is Moana. She loves singing along to the music and she loves the beach.

Joseph's favorite movie is The Lion King. Simba is his favorite character and he thinks the song Circle of Life is beautiful.

Mark's favorite movie is Titanic, because Leonardo DiCaprio is King of the World!

Crystal’s favorite movie is Mary Poppins, but she also really enjoys Mrs. Doubtfire. So basically, she loves movies about nannies.

TV Shows:

Joseph likes the show Bubble Guppies. because it's funny. He also enjoys watching his church service on his Ipad.

Mark's favorite TV show is The Love Boat. He has watched since he was very young. He has a lot of nostalgia for Aaron Spelling shows.

Rachel's favorite show is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. She likes it, because it's funny. and her favorite character is Splinter.

Crystal loves tv shows about animals, particularly Dr. K’s Exotic Animal Show and Critter Fitters. She also enjoys watching shows about house renovations, like Fixer Upper.

Music:

Mark appreciates jazz music. His favorite musician is Norah Jones and he loves her song "Don't Know Why".

Rachel loves pop music, particularly boy bands. She likes The Backstreet Boys the best. Her favorite song is "I Want It That Way".

Joseph likes classic rock and his favorite band is The Eagles. His favorite song is "Hotel California".

Crystal likes all kinds of music, including country, rock, pop, hip hop, but she doesn’t care for heavy metal. 

Activities:

Joseph likes to spend time going out to eat with his sister.

Crystal loves going on rides to the mountains, and boating with her grandfather.

Mark’s favorite activity is shopping. He particularly likes buying supplies at Staples and Office Depot, and shopping for books at Barnes & Noble.

Rachel enjoys a good nap!

Food:

Crystal’s favorites include spaghetti with marinara and chicken Alfredo. She loves McDonalds!

Rachel enjoys vegan food, particularly pasta. Her favorite restaurant is Thai Vegan in Albuquerque.

Mark's favorite food is pizza with ALL the toppings. He likes Little Caesar's the best.

Joseph loves the cheeseburger, fries and onion rings from Applebees.  

 

Blog Class Bios

We are the blogging class of the OT Circus Arts Connections program. We are individuals with disabilities who meet weekly to blog about our interests and issues that affect our community. We would like to introduce ourselves.

Mark is a 45 year old Albuquerque resident. His birthday is February 27 and he was born in Georgia. He has lived in New Mexico for 28 years. Mark likes to read entertainment books and has a well of knowledge about television and film trivia. He attended the day program at the N 4th Arts Center for 14 years, and is now participating in our program virtually.

Rachel is 31 and has lived in New Mexico her whole life. She currently lives in Los Lunas, just south of Albuquerque. In her spare time, Rachel enjoys coloring, drawing and reading. She also loves listening to music, especially Taylor Swift. Rachel found our program during the COVID-19 pandemic and we are happy to have her!

Joseph is 41 and was born and raised in the Santo Domingo Pueblo. He has lived in Albuquerque for 5 years. He loves to read and attend church on his Ipad. He watches movies and tv, and listens to music. His favorite band is the Eagles.  

Top Ten: Mark’s Favorite Radio Journalists

1.  Ed Herlihy (August 14,1909-January 30,1999)

2.  Paul Harvey (September 4,1918-February 28,2009)

3.  Edward R. Murrow (April 25,1908-April 27,1965)

4.  Lowell Thomas (April 6,1892-August 29,1981)

5.  Robert Pierpoint (May16,1925-October 22,2011)

6.  Douglas Edwards (July 14, 1917-October 13,1990)

7.  Charles Kuralt (September 10,1934-July 4,1997)

8.  Edwin Newman (January 25,1919-August 13,2010)

9.  Walter Winchell  (April 7,1897-February 20,1972)

10.  John Cameron Swayze (April 4,1906-August 15,1995)

Accessible Travel: Things to Consider

Traveling to your destination:  If traveling via air, make sure you call the airline ahead to make arrangements, such as wheelchair assistance. Be aware that, if traveling with a power wheelchair, airlines have been known to accidentally damage power chairs when storing them in the cargo bay. Have a back up plan at your destination in case your chair becomes unusable. Though train travel may take longer, there are designated seats (or lack of seats) specifically for wheelchairs. This may be a more comfortable way to travel, depending on your destination. If traveling domestically, it may be best to take your own vehicle. That way, you have everything you need and you know what to expect. But if you are traveling a long distance, make sure you budget for a hotel and call ahead for appropriate ADA accommodations.  

Accommodations: Speaking of accommodations, most hotels have one or more ADA compliant rooms. But, make sure to ask for a map of the hotel and fire exits in advance, to preview any potential obstacles. 

Routines: If changes in routine throw you off, be sure to carefully work out an itinerary and make any reservations in advance, so that you can avoid surprises. Don't forget to include time to rest in between activities.

Travel insurance & medical care: While travel insurance can cover medical expenses, ask about their medical equipment rental policies. If your wheelchair is damaged and is unusable, have a back up plan, including contact an agency that rents out wheelchairs in advance. 

Specialized travel agencies and tours: To make sure your needs are being addressed, you might want to use a travel agency that specializes in accessibility or even book an accessible tour. 

Visiting the beach: For people with mobility issues, visiting the beach can be a little tricky. But with some planning ahead of time and knowledge of available resources, the beach can be an accessible place for those who otherwise might not be able to easily visit. For one, wheelchair users have a few challenges when it comes to beach access. The wheels on most traditional and power wheelchairs are too narrow to travel on sand. And if you do have a power chair, which are very expensive, you don’t want any sand getting in the mechanisms. But the California Coastal Commission has wheelchairs at most beaches in the state that are built specially for the beach. According to their website, these wheelchairs are “equipped with large, wide wheels which can roll across the sand without sinking.” Some locations even offer motorized chairs. Make sure to call the beach ahead of time to reserve a chair, but use of the chairs is free!

Top Ten: Mark's Favorite Radio Characters

1.  Irma Peterson & Jane Stacy (Marie Wilson & Cathy Lewis) (My Friend Irma)

2.  Johnny Dollar (Charles Russell, Edmond O'Brien, John Lund, Bob Bailey, Bob Readick, Mandel Kramer) (Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar)

3.  Liz & George Cooper (Lucille Ball & Richard Denning) (My Favorite Husband)

4.  Connie Brooks (Eve Arden) (Our Miss Brooks)

5.  Millie Bronson (Audrey Totter, Elena Verdugo) (Meet Millie)

6.  Sam Spade (Howard Duff, Steve Dunne) (The Adventures of Sam Spade)

7.  Det. Sgt. Joe Friday (Jack Webb) (Dragnet)

8.  Fibber & Molly McGee (Jim & Marian Jordan) (Fibber McGee and Molly)

9.  Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve (Harold "Hal" Peary, Willard Waterman) (The Great Gildersleeve)

10.  Luigi Basco (J. Carrol Naish) (Life with Luigi)

Top Ten: Mark’s Favorite Female Radio Performers

1. Eve Arden (April 30, 1908-November 12, 1990)

2.  Virginia Gregg (March 6, 1916-September 15, 1986)

3.  Cathy Lewis (December 27, 1916-November 20, 1968)

4.  Mary Jane Croft (February 15, 1916-August 24, 1999)

5.  Mary Livingston (June 25, 1905-June 30, 1983)

6.  Georgia Ellis (March 12, 1917-March 30, 1988)

7.  Alice Faye (May 5, 1915-May 9, 1998)

8.  Gracie Allen (July 26, 1895-August 27, 1964)

9.  Tallulah Bankhead (January 31, 1902-December 12, 1968)

10.  Lucille Ball (August 6, 1911-April 26, 1989)

Top Ten: Mark’s Favorite Male Radio Performers

 

Top Ten: Mark’s Favorite Male Radio Performers

1.  Jack Benny (February 14, 1894-December 26, 1974)

2.  Hans Conried (April 15, 1917-January 5, 1982)

3.  John Dehner (November 23, 1915-February 4, 1992)

4.  Phil Harris (June 24, 1904-August 11, 1995)

5.  William Conrad (September 27, 1920-February 11, 1994)

6.  Fred Allen (May 31, 1894-March 17, 1956)

7.  Arthur Godfrey (August 31, 1903-March 16, 1983)

8.  George Burns (January 20, 1896-March 9, 1996)

9.  Mel  Blanc (May 30, 1908-July 10, 1989)

10.  Paul Frees (June 22, 1920-November 2, 1986)

 

 

July 4th 245 Years Later: 10 Interesting Facts

The vote for independence actually occurred on July 2, 1776, but it wasn't dated and approved until July 4th, and it wasn't signed by members of the Second Continental Congress until August 2nd.

During the summer of 1776 some colonists held mock funerals for King George III to celebrate the nation's new freedom. There were also riots against the King in Philadelphia and Manhattan.

The first fireworks displays associated with the 4th of July happened in Philadelphia and Boston in 1777.

In 1778 George Washington is rumored to have given his soldiers double rations of rum to celebrate.

Three US Presidents, all Founding Fathers, died on the 4th of July: John Adams and Thomas Jefferson both died on the same day within 5 hours of each other on July 4, 1826. James Monroe died on July 4, 1831.

Frederick Douglass wrote that Independence Day was "a day that reveals to him, more than all other days in the year, the gross injustice and cruelty to which he is the constant victim" on July 5, 1852. The slaves were not freed until 1865, which gave rise to the holiday Juneteenth. 

It wasn't common to celebrate the 4th of July until after the War of 1812 and it wasn't an official holiday until 1870. The White House didn't celebrate the 4th of July until 1801.

Wearing American flag apparel violates a set of guidelines called the US Flag code, which was established in 1942 to address the fear of nationalism displayed by the Nazis during WWII. It states: "The flag should never be used as wearing apparel, bedding, or drapery." This code, however, is unenforceable, because it doesn't include any penalties for noncompliance.

The highest beer sales of any US federal holiday occur on the 4th of July. It is also estimated that Americans eat 150 million hot dogs each 4th July.

On July 4, 1976 the bicentennial was celebrated to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.  

 

Top Ten: Mark's Favorite Radio Western/Adventure Shows

1.  The Lone Ranger (WXYZ; WGN; WOR; WLW; Mutual, January 31, 1933-February 10, 1939; Mutual, February 13, 1939-May 1, 1942; Blue Network/ABC, May 4, 1942-May 25, 1956)

2.  The General Mills Radio Adventure Theater/The CBS Radio Adventure Theater (CBS, February 5, 1977-January 29, 1978)

3.  Tales of the Texas Rangers (NBC, July 8, 1950-September 14, 1952)

4.  Have Gun--Will Travel (CBS, November 23, 1958-November 27, 1960)

5.  Frontier Gentleman (CBS, February 2-November 16, 1958)

6.  Fort Laramie (CBS, January 22-October 28, 1956)

7.  The Roy Rogers Show (Mutual, November 21, 1944-May 15, 1945; NBC, October 5, 1946-March 29, 1947; Mutual, August 29, 1948-May 13,1951; NBC, October 5, 1951-July 21, 1955)

8.  Gene Autry's Melody Ranch (CBS, January 7, 1940-August 1, 1943; CBS, September 23, 1945-May 13, 1956)

9.  Rocky Jordan (CBS, October 31, 1948-September 10, 1950; CBS, June 27-August 22, 1951)

10.  Challenge of the Yukon (Sergeant Preston of the Yukon) WXYZ, February 3, 1938-May 28, 1947; ABC, June 12, 1947-December 30, 1949; Mutual, January 2, 1950-June 9, 1955)

Our Favorite Father Figures from TV and Film

Ward Cleaver (Leave It to Beaver)

Danny Tanner (Full House and Fuller House)

Coach Eric Taylor (Friday Night Lights)

Uncle Ben (Spiderman)

Steve Douglas (My Three Sons)

Jim Anderson (Father Knows Best)

Mike Brady (The Brady Bunch)

Atticus Finch (To Kill a Mockingbird)

Tim Taylor (Home Improvement)

Steve Martin (Cheaper by the Dozen, Parenthood, Father of the Bride)

Uncle Bill Davis (Family Affair)

Dre Johnson (Blackish)

Mufasa (The Lion King)

Herman Munster (The Munsters)

Gomez Addams (The Addams Family)

Top Ten: Mark's Favorite Radio Audience Participation Shows

1.  Art Linkletter's House Party (CBS, January 15,1945-January 10,1947; CBS, December 1,1947-December 31,1948; ABC, January 3-July 1,1949; ABC, September 19-December 30,1949;CBS, January 2, 1950-October 13,1967)

2.  You Bet Your Life (ABC, October 27,1947-May 25 1949; CBS, October 5, 1949-June 28,1950; NBC, October 4,1950-September 19,1956)

3.  Truth or Consequences (CBS, March 23-July 27,1940; NBC, August 17,1940-June 24,1950; CBS, September 5,1950-May29,1951; NBC, June 17-September 30,1952; NBC, September 18,1952-April 15,1954; NBC, October 26,1955-September 12,1956)

4.  Queen for a Day (Mutual, April 30,1945-June 10,1957)

5.  The Quiz Kids (NBC, June 28-August 30,1940; Blue Network/ABC, September 4,1940-September 22,1946; NBC, September 29,1946-September 23,1951; CBS, September 14,1952-July 5,1953)

6.  Break the Bank ( Mutual, October 20,1945-April 13,1946; July 5,1946-September 23,1949; NBC, September 25,1950-September 21,1951; ABC, September 24,1951-March 27,1953; NBC, September 27,1953-July 15,1955)

7.  Arthur Godfrey's Talent Scouts (CBS, July 2,1946-October 1,1956)

8.  Strike It Rich (CBS, June 29,1947-April 30,1950; NBC, May 1,1950-December 27,1957)

9.  Can You Top This? (Mutual, December 9,1940-September 19,1945; NBC, October 3,1942-September 25,1948; Mutual, September 29, 1948-May 24,1950; ABC, September 23,1950-June 26,1951; NBC, October 5, 1953-March 26,1954; NBC, April 2-July 9,1954)

10.  Stop the Music (ABC, March 21,1948-August 10,1952; CBS, August 17,1954-February 15, 1955)

Jen’s Art Adventure: Becoming a Collage Artist Full Time

Jennifer DeSantis is a local artist specializing in collage. Until recently she was the Gallery Manager and jack of all trades for our very own OT Circus! A few months ago, Jenn decided to focus on her art full time. Even though we are sad to see her go, we are excited for her new opportunity. Jenn has hit the ground ground running with several shows in the first two weeks, including a successful solo show at downtown sandwich shop, Tuerta, which is up until the end of the month, so check it out if you get the chance. She also set up a studio at the Ruppe Building in Barelas, open from 4-7pm Wednesdays through Fridays, which includes the Secret Gallery, where you can also see one of her pieces. We asked Jenn some questions about her adventures, new and old.

How did you become an artist? I think I was born an artist, and think we all are.

When did you become an artist? I decided to pursue art as a career/lifestyle in 2010. 

What kind of art did you start with? I always actually loved to draw and paint as a child. When I was little, I wanted to “grow up” to be an author and illustrator. I think I made my first collage when I was 13 or 14. 

What influenced your art? My art is a form of self-therapy for me. It helps me deal with trauma and moods, as I am able to express things I am thinking and feeling in a healthy way. The major influence was my need for a healthy outlet. 

Why collage? I love the creation out of destruction aspect of collage. Taking something that exists and morphing it into something different/more meaningful/more modern. Also, collage is an extremely accessible artform. There are ALWAYS materials just “laying around”: )
When did you start using collage? So, I had an urge to make art, and at the time, there was an old TIME magazine and some cardboard just laying around, where I was living, and that was what really started it. This was in 2010. The urge was strong. I had dabbled before, but not seriously. 

How did you come up with the visual DJ idea?Actually, that was fairly recent. Someone asked me at a pop up about 2 years ago, what collage is… And the thing that popped into my head was “like a DJ remixes sounds, I remix imagery and words visually, so I guess you could call me a “visual DJ.”

What are some of the main collage elements that you work with? I love working with vintage materials. Old books and magazines that have been forgotten/discarded. And CATS!

When did you decide to become a full time artist? Very recently, in February of 2021. 

How do you come up with your titles? Sometimes they come to me as I am creating the piece, but often I look at it when completed and then I think of a title. The titles reflect a narrative either that is personal often, but sometimes, I “put myself in the archetype/character/focal point’s shoes” and then the title will come from that perspective. Sometimes it is the words that I have implemented on the piece itself that become the title. 

How many pieces have you done/sold? Thousands made, hundreds – maybe even thousands have sold – over just about 11 years.

How many do you make a month? That really depends on a lot of factors. I try to complete about 5-10 new originals at least each month. 

When did you start using different shapes? Also, quite recently. This year, 2021.

Where are you from? I was born and raised in Waterbury Connecticut. 

What places have you lived? I moved from Connecticut to Georgia in 1996, and lived there until 2016, when my husband and I moved here, to Albuquerque NM. On the way from Georgia to New Mexico, we lived in Grants Pass Oregon for 6 weeks. 

Did you make/sell art there? I did.

When did you move to Albuquerque? November 2016 – Thanksgiving weekend! 

How do you like Abq? I love it! Moving here has opened my eyes to tons of awesome and also difficult things, and I have grown much, and learned a lot about myself. It’s amazing for art, and supportive of artist’s individual expression! 

How did you start working with OT Circus? I participated in an art show at OT Circus in 2017. About a month later, Victoria asked if I could help her with the gallery. 

How long? I was working at OT Circus for a little over 4 years. 

What do you like to do when you’re not creating art? I like to cook, read, watch TV, and ride my exercise bike. I like to also socialize and spend time with my friends. 

Do you have any upcoming shows? Yes! I am at El Vado on Friday 6/18 from 5-8, and at Ancora Bakery and Café on 6/25 from 5-8. 

How did your opening go on Friday? It went well.

When are your open studio hours? Presently, I don’t have regular hours, but I am happy to meet people here to see the space until I sort that out. 

Where can people buy your art?https://www.metaphysicalartgallery.com/works-by-lady-jennd AND https://society6.com/ladyjennd You can also connect with me personally to procure work via my FB and Instagram: @ladyjennd.

What do your pieces go for? It really depends on the size. Anywhere from $40 - $1000 – lots of options ;) 

We will miss seeing Jenn at the Circus on a regular basis, but we are looking forward to many visits and wish her well as she sets off on this new adventure!

 

Top Ten: Mark’s Favorite Radio Variety Shows

1.  Arthur Godfrey Time (CBS, April 30, 1945-April 30, 1972)

2.  The Edgar Bergen/Charlie McCarthy Show (The Chase and Sanborn Hour, The Charlie McCarthy Show, The Edgar Bergen Show, The New Edgar Bergen Hour) (NBC, May 9, 1937-December 26, 1948; CBS, October 2, 1949-July 1, 1956)

3.  Command Performance (Armed Radio Service, March 1, 1942-December 20, 1949)

4.  The Bing Crosby Show (Fifteen Minutes with Bing Crosby, The Cremo Singer, The Music That Satisfies, The Woodbury Radio Program, The Kraft Music Hall, Philco Radio Time, The Bing Crosby Chesterfield Show, The General Electric Show) (CBS, September 2, 1931-February 27, 1932; March 8-July 20, 1932; CBS, January 4-April 15, 1933; CBS, October 16, 1933-June 11, 1935; NBC, January 2, 1936-May 9, 1946; ABC, October 16, 1946-June 1, 1949; CBS, September 21, 1949-June 25, 1952; CBS, October 9, 1952-May 30, 1954; CBS, November 22, 1954-December 28, 1956)

5.  The Frank Sinatra Show (Songs by Sinatra, Light-Up Time, Meet Frank Sinatra) CBS, October 27, 1942-June 4, 1947; NBC, September 5, 1949-June 2, 1950-July 22, 1951; NBC, November 10,1953-July 15, 1955)

6.  The Kraft Music Hall (NBC, June 26, 1933-September 22, 1949)

7.  Your Hit Parade (NBC, April 20, 1935-December 1, 1937; CBS, May 2, 1936-April 19, 1947; NBC. April 26,1947-January 16,1953)

8.  The Judy Canova Show (CBS, July 6, 1943-June 27, 1944; NBC, January 13, 1945-May 28, 1953)

9.  The Fred Allen Show (The Linit Bath Club Revue, The Salad Bowl Revue, The Sal Hepatica Revue, Hour of Smiles, Town Hall Tonight, The Texaco Star Theater) CBS, October 23, 1932-April 16, 1933; NBC, August 4-December 1, 1933; NBC, January 3, 1934-, June 26, 1940; CBS, October 2, 1940-June 25, 1944; NBC, October 7, 1945-December 28, 1947; NBC, January 4, 1948-June 26, 1949)

10.  The Breakfast Club (Blue Network/ABC, June 23, 1933-December 27, 1968)

Reintroduction to Society: Some Tips

• Ease into it: If you are starting to go back to work, school or a day program, maybe start with just a few days a week or a shorter day away from home to pace yourself. It can be a little tiring and overwhelming to jump right back in full time. If it’s an option, you can still meet virtually part time. As for your social life, try picking just one or two events per week and see how you feel. 
• Be patient and kind with others and yourself. We’re all a little rusty with our social skills. So if someone says something awkward, or even rude, try to remember that we’re all in this together. Show some compassion, or at the very least, just ignore it. We’re not saying to let it go if someone is mean or inappropriate, but just to remember that we’re all out of practice.
• Some people might want to continue staying home. Maybe you’re not ready, maybe you can’t take the vaccine due to a medical condition, maybe you just don’t feel safe yet or maybe you’re caring for somebody else. Depending on your circumstances, it might make sense to stay home for a few more months. If you’re looking for a new job, for example, your state may allow you to stay on unemployment a little longer, or may allow you to be a little more selective in your job search, until you find a good fit.
• Keep on maskin’. How long you decide to wear your mask is up to you! Of course, if someone asks or requires you to wear a mask in their space, you should follow their guidance or go elsewhere if you don’t want to comply. It’s important to make sure you feel safe, and also that others feel safe (within reason, of course!). Some people just want to take extra precautions, and that’s okay. You might even consider wearing a mask in the future if you are feeling unwell in order to protect others from illnesses like the flu or the common cold.

Top Ten: Mark’s Favorite Radio Dramas

1. The Cavalcade of America (CBS, October 9, 1935 - May 29, 1939; NBC, January 2, 1940 -March 31, 1953)
2.  You Are There (CBS Is There) (CBS, July 7, 1947 - March 19, 1950)
3.  The Voyage of the Scarlet Queen (Mutual, July 3, 1947 - February 14, 1948)
4.  Dr. Christian (CBS, November 7, 1937 - January 6, 1954)
5.  The Story of Dr. Kildare (Syndicated, 1949 - 1958)
6.  Grand Central Station (Blue Network, October 8,1937 - April 15, 1938; April 24, 1938 - October 18, 1940; Blue Network, November 12, 1940 - July 1,1941; CBS, July 9 - October 1, 1941; NBC, October 10, 1941 - July 3, 1942; CBS, March 4, 1944 - September 5,1953; ABC, January 18 - April 2, 1954)
7.  Big Town (CBS, October 19, 1937 - July 2, 1942; CBS, October 5, 1943 - June 22, 1948; NBC, September 14, 1948 - December 25, 1951; CBS, December 12, 1951 - June 25,1952)
8.  Bold Venture (Syndicated 1951-1952)
9.  The First Nighter Program (Blue Network, November 27, 1930 - September 29, 1933; NBC, October 6, 1933-February 12, 1937; CBS, February 19 - December 21, 1937; NBC, January 7 - August 26, 1938; CBS, September 2,1938 - May 29, 1942; Mutual, October 4, 1942 - October 25, 1944; CBS, October 4, 1947 - October 20, 1949; NBC, April 27, 1952 - September 27, 1953)
10.  Nightbeat (NBC, February 6, 1950-September 25, 1952)

Top Ten: Mark’s Favorite Radio Sitcoms

1. The Jack Benny Program (The Canada Dry Program, The Chevrolet Program, The General Tire Show, The Jello Program, The Grape Nuts and Grape Nuts Flakes Program, The Lucky Strike Program, The Best of Benny) (Blue Network,  May 2 - October 26, 1932; CBS, October 30, 1932 - January 26, 1933; NBC, March 17, 1933 - April 1, 1934; NBC, April 6 - September 28, 1934; NBC, October 14, 1934 - May 31, 1942; NBC, October 4, 1942 - June 4, 1944; NBC, October 1, 1944 - December 26, 1948; CBS, January 2, 1949 - May 22, 1955; CBS, October 28, 1956 - June 22, 1958)

2.  My Friend Irma (CBS, April 11, 1947 - August 23, 1954)

3.  Life with Luigi (CBS, September 21, 1948 - March 3, 1953)

4.  Fibber McGee and Molly (NBC, April 16, 1935 - March 23, 1956)

5.  The Great Gildersleeve (NBC, August 31, 1941 - March 21, 1957)

6.  Meet Millie (CBS, July 2, 1951 - September 23, 1954)

7.  My Favorite Husband (CBS, July 23, 1948 - March 31, 1951)

8. Our Miss Brooks (CBS, July 19, 1948 - June 30, 1957)

9.  The Halls of Ivy (NBC, January 6, 1950 - June 25, 1952)

10.  The Phil Harris/Alice Faye Show (The Fitch Bandwagon) NBC, September 29, 1946 - June 18, 1954)

Top Ten: Mark’s Favorite Radio Anthologies

1.  The Sears Radio Theater/The Mutual Radio Theater (CBS, February 5, 1979-February 1, 1980; Mutual, March 3 - December 19, 1980)

2.  The CBS Radio Mystery Theater (CBS, January 6, 1974 - December 31, 1982)

3.  Screen Director's Playhouse (NBC Theater, Screen Director's Guild) (NBC, January 9, 1949 - September 28, 1951)

4.  The Lux Radio Theater (Blue Network, October 14, 1934 - June 30, 1935; CBS, July 29, 1935 - June 28, 1954; NBC, September 14, 1954-June 7, 1955)

5.  Inner Sanctum Mysteries (Blue Network, January 7, 1941 - August 29, 1943; CBS, September 4, 1943 - April 17, 1950; ABC, September 4, 1950 - June 28, 1951; CBS, June 22 - October 5, 1952)

6.  Romance (CBS, April 19,1943 - January 5,1957)

7.  Escape (CBS, July 7,1947 - September 25,1954)

8.  Hallmark Playhouse/The Hallmark Hall of Fame (CBS, June 10,1948 - March 27,1955)

9.  Theatre Guild on the Air (ABC, September 9,1945 - June 5, 1949; NBC, September 11,1949 - June 7,1953)

10.  The Columbia Workshop (Twenty-Six by Corwin, Columbia Presents Corwin, The CBS Radio Workshop) (CBS, July 18, 1936 - November 8, 1942; CBS, May 4 - November 9, 1941; CBS, March 7, 1944 - August 21, 1945; CBS, February 2, 1946 - January 25, 1947; CBS, January 27, 1956 - September 22, 1957)

Top Ten: Mark’s Favorite Radio Crime Dramas

1. Dragnet (NBC, June 3, 1949-February 26, 1957)

2. Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar (CBS, February 11, 1949-September 30, 1962)

3. Gangbusters (NBC, July 20-October 12, 1935; CBS, JANUARY 15, 1936-jUNE 15, 1940; Blue Network/ABC, October 11, 1940-December 25, 1948; CBS, January 8, 1949-June 25, 1955; Mutual, October 5, 1955-November 27, 1957)

4. The Lineup (CBS, July 6, 1950-February 20, 1953)

5. The FBI in Peace and War (CBS,November 25, 1944-September 28, 1958)

6. This is Your FBI (ABC, April 6, 1945-January 30, 1953)

7. Broadway Is My Beat (CBS, February 27, 1949-August 1, 1954)

8. Richard Diamond, Private Detective (NBC, April 24, 1949-December 6, 1950; ABC, January 5, 1951-June 27, 1952)

9. The Adventure of Philip Marlowe (NBC, June 17-September 9, 1947; CBS, September 26, 1948-September 15, 1951)

10. The Adventure of Sam Spade (ABC, July 12-October 4, 1946; CBS, September 29, 1946-September 18, 1949; NBC, September 25, 1949-April 27, 1951)