EPISODE · Feb 5, 2025
When Radio Ruled #113 – Bergen, McCarthy, and Snerd 1939
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Charlie McCarthy was created by Edgar Bergen based on a wise cracking newsboy named Charlie from the neighborhood.  High Schooler Edgar Bergen sketched the design for Charlie. More than a little obsessed,  Bergen decided to bring his Charlie to life. Bergen built Charlie’s movable body but paid woodworker Theodore Mack $35 to carve Charlie’s head. … Continue reading When Radio Ruled #113 – Bergen, McCarthy, and Snerd 1939
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Charlie McCarthy was created by Edgar Bergen based on a wise cracking newsboy named Charlie from the neighborhood. High Schooler Edgar Bergen sketched the design for Charlie. More than a little obsessed, Bergen decided to bring his Charlie to life. Bergen built Charlie’s movable body but paid woodworker Theodore Mack $35 to carve Charlie’s head. … Continue reading When Radio Ruled #113 – Bergen, McCarthy, and Snerd 1939
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When Radio Ruled #113 – Bergen, McCarthy, and Snerd 1939
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