Podcast
The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio
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.
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- Episodes
- 52
- Releases
- Daily
- Typical length
- 30 min
- On air since
- 2025
- Latest episode
- 2 months ago
Episodes
52 episodes, newest first
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30 min
The Great Gildersleeve - "Engagement Announcement - Bronco's Family" (Old Time Radio, 1950)
Show notes
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 Mary Lee Robb as Marjorie and Richard Crenna as Bronco Thompson.
Following Marjorie and Bronco’s engagement, the Summerfield household prepares a photograph and copy for the local newspaper announcement. But Gildersleeve becomes especially concerned with making the proper impression on Bronco’s art-conscious parents, turning a family milestone into a typically comic social challenge.
The Great Gildersleeve presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.
Chapters:
00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction
00:44 Original Broadcast
30:19 ClosingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
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30 min
Fibber McGee and Molly Visit [episode 64], Broadcast 1/10/1943
Show notes
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 sitcoms.
Sourced from verified old-time radio archives, including OTRR.org.
Curated by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio.Discover more free classic audiobooks at thefreeaudiobooklibrary.com.
Support the Free Audiobook Library and help us release more audiobooks at patreon.com/freeaudiobooklibrary.#GreatGildersleeve #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #RadioComedy
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24 min
Wanting to Marry Leila [episode 63], Broadcast 1/3/1943
Show notes
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 verified old-time radio archives, including OTRR.org.
Curated by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio.Discover more free classic audiobooks at thefreeaudiobooklibrary.com.
Support the Free Audiobook Library and help us release more audiobooks at patreon.com/freeaudiobooklibrary.#GreatGildersleeve #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #RadioComedy
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
Leroy's Chemistry Set [episode 62], Broadcast 12/27/1942
Show notes
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 verified old-time radio archives, including OTRR.org.
Curated by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio.Discover more free classic audiobooks at thefreeaudiobooklibrary.com.
Support the Free Audiobook Library and help us release more audiobooks at patreon.com/freeaudiobooklibrary.#GreatGildersleeve #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #RadioComedy
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
Christmas Program [episode 61], Broadcast 12/20/1942
Show notes
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 old-time radio archives, including OTRR.org.
Curated by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio.Discover more free classic audiobooks at thefreeaudiobooklibrary.com.
Support the Free Audiobook Library and help us release more audiobooks at patreon.com/freeaudiobooklibrary.#GreatGildersleeve #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #RadioComedy
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
Toothache [episode 59], Broadcast 12/6/1942
Show notes
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 archives, including OTRR.org.
Curated by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio.Discover more free classic audiobooks at thefreeaudiobooklibrary.com.
Support the Free Audiobook Library and help us release more audiobooks at patreon.com/freeaudiobooklibrary.#GreatGildersleeve #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #RadioComedy
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
Attend the Theatre - Date with a Star [episode 58], Broadcast 11/29/1942
Show notes
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 family sitcoms.
Sourced from verified old-time radio archives, including OTRR.org.
Curated by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio.Discover more free classic audiobooks at thefreeaudiobooklibrary.com.
Support the Free Audiobook Library and help us release more audiobooks at patreon.com/freeaudiobooklibrary.#GreatGildersleeve #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #RadioComedy
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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22 min
Attend the Theatre (better sound - no commls) [episode 58], Broadcast 11/29/1942
Show notes
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 radio's most beloved family sitcoms.
Sourced from verified old-time radio archives, including OTRR.org.
Curated by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio.Discover more free classic audiobooks at thefreeaudiobooklibrary.com.
Support the Free Audiobook Library and help us release more audiobooks at patreon.com/freeaudiobooklibrary.#GreatGildersleeve #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #RadioComedy
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
Thanksgiving Dinner [episode 57], Broadcast 11/22/1942
Show notes
Thanksgiving Dinner [episode 57], Broadcast 11/22/1942
Thanksgiving Dinner [episode 57], Broadcast 11/22/1942
Enjoy a classic comedy broadcast from The Great Gildersleeve, one of radio's most beloved family sitcoms.
Sourced from verified old-time radio archives, including OTRR.org.
Curated by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio.Discover more free classic audiobooks at thefreeaudiobooklibrary.com.
Support the Free Audiobook Library and help us release more audiobooks at patreon.com/freeaudiobooklibrary.#GreatGildersleeve #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #RadioComedy
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
College Chum's Son Visits [episode 56], Broadcast 11/15/1942
Show notes
College Chum's Son Visits [episode 56], Broadcast 11/15/1942
College Chum's Son Visits [episode 56], Broadcast 11/15/1942
Enjoy a classic comedy broadcast from The Great Gildersleeve, one of radio's most beloved family sitcoms.
Sourced from verified old-time radio archives, including OTRR.org.
Curated by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio.Discover more free classic audiobooks at thefreeaudiobooklibrary.com.
Support the Free Audiobook Library and help us release more audiobooks at patreon.com/freeaudiobooklibrary.#GreatGildersleeve #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #RadioComedy
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
Quiet Evening at Home [episode 55], Broadcast 11/8/1942
Show notes
Quiet Evening at Home [episode 55], Broadcast 11/8/1942
Quiet Evening at Home [episode 55], Broadcast 11/8/1942
Enjoy a classic comedy broadcast from The Great Gildersleeve, one of radio's most beloved family sitcoms.
Sourced from verified old-time radio archives, including OTRR.org.
Curated by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio.Discover more free classic audiobooks at thefreeaudiobooklibrary.com.
Support the Free Audiobook Library and help us release more audiobooks at patreon.com/freeaudiobooklibrary.#GreatGildersleeve #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #RadioComedy
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
Gildy's First Day on the Job [episode 53], Broadcast 10/25/1942
Show notes
Gildy's First Day on the Job [episode 53], Broadcast 10/25/1942
Gildy's First Day on the Job [episode 53], Broadcast 10/25/1942
Enjoy a classic comedy broadcast from The Great Gildersleeve, one of radio's most beloved family sitcoms.
Sourced from verified old-time radio archives, including OTRR.org.
Curated by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio.Discover more free classic audiobooks at thefreeaudiobooklibrary.com.
Support the Free Audiobook Library and help us release more audiobooks at patreon.com/freeaudiobooklibrary.#GreatGildersleeve #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #RadioComedy
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
Appointed Water Commissioner [episode 52], Broadcast 10/18/1942
Show notes
Appointed Water Commissioner [episode 52], Broadcast 10/18/1942
Appointed Water Commissioner [episode 52], Broadcast 10/18/1942
Enjoy a classic comedy broadcast from The Great Gildersleeve, one of radio's most beloved family sitcoms.
Sourced from verified old-time radio archives, including OTRR.org.
Curated by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio.Discover more free classic audiobooks at thefreeaudiobooklibrary.com.
Support the Free Audiobook Library and help us release more audiobooks at patreon.com/freeaudiobooklibrary.#GreatGildersleeve #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #RadioComedy
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
First Cold Snap [episode 51], Broadcast 10/11/1942
Show notes
First Cold Snap [episode 51], Broadcast 10/11/1942
First Cold Snap [episode 51], Broadcast 10/11/1942
Enjoy a classic comedy broadcast from The Great Gildersleeve, one of radio's most beloved family sitcoms.
Sourced from verified old-time radio archives, including OTRR.org.
Curated by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio.Discover more free classic audiobooks at thefreeaudiobooklibrary.com.
Support the Free Audiobook Library and help us release more audiobooks at patreon.com/freeaudiobooklibrary.#GreatGildersleeve #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #RadioComedy
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
Planting a Tree [episode 50], Broadcast 10/4/1942
Show notes
Planting a Tree [episode 50], Broadcast 10/4/1942
Planting a Tree [episode 50], Broadcast 10/4/1942
Enjoy a classic comedy broadcast from The Great Gildersleeve, one of radio's most beloved family sitcoms.
Sourced from verified old-time radio archives, including OTRR.org.
Curated by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio.Discover more free classic audiobooks at thefreeaudiobooklibrary.com.
Support the Free Audiobook Library and help us release more audiobooks at patreon.com/freeaudiobooklibrary.#GreatGildersleeve #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #RadioComedy
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
Golf Tournament [episode 46], Broadcast 9/6/1942
Show notes
https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com The Great Gildersleeve (OTRR) Golf Tournament [episode 46], Broadcast 9/6/1942 Golf Tournament [episode 46], Broadcast 9/6/1942 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Unlock The Old Time Retro Radio Archive. Get fully restored classic broadcasts, rare episodes, and exclusive collections — only on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio #OldTimeRadio, #OTR, #ClassicRadio, #OldTimeRetroRadio, #GoldenAgeRadio
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
Fishing Trip to Lake Hackmatack [episode 45], Broadcast 8/30/1942
Show notes
https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com The Great Gildersleeve (OTRR) Fishing Trip to Lake Hackmatack [episode 45], Broadcast 8/30/1942 Fishing Trip to Lake Hackmatack [episode 45], Broadcast 8/30/1942 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Unlock The Old Time Retro Radio Archive. Get fully restored classic broadcasts, rare episodes, and exclusive collections — only on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio #OldTimeRadio, #OTR, #ClassicRadio, #OldTimeRetroRadio, #GoldenAgeRadio
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
Gildy is in Love with Amelia Hooker [episode 44], Broadcast 6/28/1942
Show notes
https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com The Great Gildersleeve (OTRR) Gildy is in Love with Amelia Hooker [episode 44], Broadcast 6/28/1942 Gildy is in Love with Amelia Hooker [episode 44], Broadcast 6/28/1942 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Unlock The Old Time Retro Radio Archive. Get fully restored classic broadcasts, rare episodes, and exclusive collections — only on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio #OldTimeRadio, #OTR, #ClassicRadio, #OldTimeRetroRadio, #GoldenAgeRadio
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
Father’s Day Chair [episode 43], Broadcast 6/21/1942
Show notes
https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com The Great Gildersleeve (OTRR) Father's Day Chair [episode 43], Broadcast 6/21/1942 Father's Day Chair [episode 43], Broadcast 6/21/1942 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Unlock The Old Time Retro Radio Archive. Get fully restored classic broadcasts, rare episodes, and exclusive collections — only on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio #OldTimeRadio, #OTR, #ClassicRadio, #OldTimeRetroRadio, #GoldenAgeRadio
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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30 min
Gildy Produces a Play [episode 42], Broadcast 6/14/1942
Show notes
https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com The Great Gildersleeve (OTRR) Gildy Produces a Play [episode 42], Broadcast 6/14/1942 Gildy Produces a Play [episode 42], Broadcast 6/14/1942 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by The Great Gildersleeve | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Unlock The Old Time Retro Radio Archive. Get fully restored classic broadcasts, rare episodes, and exclusive collections — only on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio #OldTimeRadio, #OTR, #ClassicRadio, #OldTimeRetroRadio, #GoldenAgeRadio
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gildersleeve-old-time-radio--7222650/support.
Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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