"My Favorite Husband" is a classic radio sitcom that originally aired from 1948 to 1951, starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning. The show revolves around the humorous escapades of Liz and George Cooper, a married couple living in the fictional town of Sheridan Falls. Liz is portrayed as a witty and charming housewife, while George is a bank executive. The series explores the couple's everyday challenges, misunderstandings, and comedic situations, often driven by Liz's quirky personality and George's attempts to navigate the ups and downs of married life. The success of "My Favorite Husband" paved the way for Lucille Ball's iconic role in the television series "I Love Lucy," solidifying her status as one of the greatest comedic actresses in entertainment history.
In this episode Liz and George find themselves entangled in a series of misunderstandings. Liz becomes convinced that George is going to be drafted into the military, leading to a whirlwind of comical reactions and chaotic preparations. Meanwhile, George is under the impression that Liz is pregnant, sparking his own set of amusing responses and plans for impending parenthood. The episode unfolds with a blend of mistaken assumptions, miscommunication, and hilarious scenarios as the couple navigates these two entirely different but equally absurd situations.
This Naples Players Radio Theatre production features the vocal talents Pam Austin as Liz, Jim Heffernan as George, Janie Ballurio as Liz's friend, Iris Adriana Philby as the maid and Michael Troop as the boss. This audio file was recorded, mixed and mastered by Michael Troop. All music and sound effects were obtained through a special license from pond5.com and may not be copied or reproduced for any reason.
