A Mother's Day Special: Sunday Night Playhouse In this heartwarming episode of Vintage Classic Radio, we present a special Mother's Day edition of our beloved "Sunday Night Playhouse". As the sound waves of yesteryear come alive, we honour mothers everywhere with a selection of classic radio plays.. Episode Description: This episode brings together four iconic radio shows from the golden era, each one uniquely celebrating the spirit of motherhood. Our radio playhouse opens with the Aldrich Family's "Mother's Day" episode (April 29th, 1948). The spotlight shines on Ezra Stone as Henry Aldrich and House Jameson as his father, Sam Aldrich. Amidst the familial warmth, Katherine Raht as Mrs. Aldrich is the backbone of the family. Next, we transition to the Burns and Allen show, where George Burns and Gracie Allen regale us with their comedic genius in "Gracie's Mother Visits" (May 20th, 1948). Bea Benaderet stars as Gracie's mother, bringing a delightful dynamic to the show. Following this, we present the Life of Riley's episode "Riley's Mother's Day Gift is Explained" (May 8th, 1948). William Bendix as Chester A. Riley and Paula Winslowe as his wife, Peg Riley, navigate through a hilarious misunderstanding that celebrates the patience and understanding of mothers everywhere. Finally, we close our playhouse with the Jack Benny Program's "Mother's Day Show" (May 8th, 1938). Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone, and Don Wilson lead us through an episode filled with humor, sentiment, and a fitting tribute to mothers. This special edition of "Sunday Night Playhouse" is a trip down memory lane, filled with laughter, love, and a heartfelt celebration of mothers. Grab a cup of hot cocoa, sit back, and join us in celebrating Mother's Day in true Vintage Classic Radio fashion. You won't want to miss this!

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