Episode 111, February 15, 2025 - Jean Shepherd Marathon, Part 5

In this Jean Shepherd Marthanon we will play:From September 3, 1960, The MONY sign,  Shep plans to make the first purchase at the new Paperbook Gallery.  Three hundred copies of "I Libertine" will be given away.  Og and Charlie on the shore of Lake Titicaca: the first clam is eaten.  The commercial for "The Electronic Workshop" (one of the sponsors) features a monaural component system for $150! From September 4, 1960, A ride on the caterpillar.  Being on the "art studies" mailing list.  Don't vote!  The revolt of the British bus drivers.  A taste of slumgullion.  Getting the itch.  From September 10, 1960, Shep describes his visit to Guantanemo Bay,  Cuba.  Shepherd on the Voice Of America?  What would the world think?  Drawing objects and really seeing them.  A phone call from a "lovable girl" and a "dynamic man of action. "