Bob and Ray WOR 037 May 02 , 1973

(4 stars; 3 reviews)

Several bits of tape went into recreating this episode. If not for B2's careful cataloging, it would have been impossible to place the Backstayges correctly.

Kent Lyle Birdley (Bob) introduces Bob and Ray. Bob interviews Dr. Elmer Stapley, The Word Wizard (Ray), who educates the listeners on English usage and etymology, despite his complete lack of knowledge or insight on the subject. Wally Ballou (Bob), running for mayor of New York City, talks about campaigning earlier in the day in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Ray reminds him that residents of central New Jersey cannot vote for New York's mayor; Wally starts to question the wisdom of following Carmine's political advice.

A possible blooper occurs when Ray seems to forget that he's not playing a character, referring to himself in the third person. The episode features various humorous segments, including a game called One Minute Please, and a discussion about kitchen tables and their role in our lives.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.

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