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The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio

by Old Time Retro Radio
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About the show

The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio brings you classic comedy from the golden age of radio, following Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve through family life, romance, small-town mishaps, and the colorful characters of Summerfield. Each episode is an Old Time Retro Radio production, presenting the original broadcast with gently cleaned and mastered audio, a newly produced introduction and closing, and custom episode artwork. Starring Harold Peary as Gildersleeve, the series became one of radio’s most successful situation comedies, known for memorable characters, warm humor, and everyday comic adventures. Rediscover classic old time radio comedy, vintage sitcoms, family comedy, golden age radio, nostalgic entertainment, and classic radio shows. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.

Latest episodes

  • The Great Gildersleeve - "Engagement Announcement - Bronco's Family" (Old Time Radio, 1950)

    August 15, 2026 · 30 min

    The Great Gildersleeve presents “Engagement Announcement - Bronco’s Family,” originally broadcast January 4, 1950. Catalogs differ on its numbering, listing it as episode 346 or 348. Harold Peary stars as Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve, with…

  • Fibber McGee and Molly Visit [episode 64], Broadcast 1/10/1943

    August 14, 2026 · 30 min

    Fibber McGee and Molly Visit [episode 64], Broadcast 1/10/1943 Fibber McGee and Molly Visit [episode 64], Broadcast 1/10/1943 Enjoy a classic comedy broadcast from The Great Gildersleeve, one of radio's most beloved family…

  • Wanting to Marry Leila [episode 63], Broadcast 1/3/1943

    August 13, 2026 · 24 min

    Wanting to Marry Leila [episode 63], Broadcast 1/3/1943 Wanting to Marry Leila [episode 63], Broadcast 1/3/1943 Enjoy a classic comedy broadcast from The Great Gildersleeve, one of radio's most beloved family sitcoms. Sourced from…

  • Leroy's Chemistry Set [episode 62], Broadcast 12/27/1942

    August 12, 2026 · 30 min

    Leroy's Chemistry Set [episode 62], Broadcast 12/27/1942 Leroy's Chemistry Set [episode 62], Broadcast 12/27/1942 Enjoy a classic comedy broadcast from The Great Gildersleeve, one of radio's most beloved family sitcoms. Sourced from…

  • Christmas Program [episode 61], Broadcast 12/20/1942

    August 11, 2026 · 30 min

    Christmas Program [episode 61], Broadcast 12/20/1942 Christmas Program [episode 61], Broadcast 12/20/1942 Enjoy a classic comedy broadcast from The Great Gildersleeve, one of radio's most beloved family sitcoms. Sourced from verified…

  • Toothache [episode 59], Broadcast 12/6/1942

    August 10, 2026 · 30 min

    Toothache [episode 59], Broadcast 12/6/1942 Toothache [episode 59], Broadcast 12/6/1942 Enjoy a classic comedy broadcast from The Great Gildersleeve, one of radio's most beloved family sitcoms. Sourced from verified old-time radio…

  • Attend the Theatre - Date with a Star [episode 58], Broadcast 11/29/1942

    August 9, 2026 · 30 min

    Attend the Theatre - Date with a Star [episode 58], Broadcast 11/29/1942 Attend the Theatre - Date with a Star [episode 58], Broadcast 11/29/1942 Enjoy a classic comedy broadcast from The Great Gildersleeve, one of radio's most beloved…

  • Attend the Theatre (better sound - no commls) [episode 58], Broadcast 11/29/1942

    August 8, 2026 · 22 min

    Attend the Theatre (better sound - no commls) [episode 58], Broadcast 11/29/1942 Attend the Theatre (better sound - no commls) [episode 58], Broadcast 11/29/1942 Enjoy a classic comedy broadcast from The Great Gildersleeve, one of…